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Hamilton FINALLY triumphs in tense Ferrari head-to-head
In 2025, Lewis Hamilton has struggled against Charles Leclerc in F1 team-mate head-to-head battles, with Leclerc outperforming him in qualifying 10 times and claiming five podium finishes compared to Hamilton’s best result of P4 with Ferrari.
Transitioning from on-track rivalries to virtual competition, Hamilton and Leclerc recently faced off in video games handpicked by Ferrari, showcasing their competitive spirits akin to a real race.
The duo played games like Goldeneye and Mario Kart, with Hamilton prevailing in the former and Leclerc securing his first victory in the latter after a fierce comeback, leaving Hamilton a bit humbled but still competitive.
Despite these virtual battles, Leclerc’s performance against Hamilton in the real races has been noteworthy in pushing the seven-time champion to his limits in the 2025 F1 season.
