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Hamilton ‘not enjoying’ Ferrari after poor start
Hamilton’s former teammate indicates that the Ferrari driver is struggling to enjoy his time with the team, aiming for top-six finishes in races. Despite his high hopes of contending for an eighth world title with Ferrari in 2025, Hamilton currently resides in seventh place in the drivers’ championship, trailing the leader by 90 points. Meanwhile, with Mercedes, Hamilton’s ex-team, already securing four podium finishes in 2025, his former teammate Russell excels and holds fourth place in the drivers’ championship. The Mercedes team also holds the second spot in the constructors’ championship, positioned as McLaren’s primary contender, surpassing Ferrari, who finished just 11 points behind the champions in 2024. Russell empathizes with Hamilton’s struggles, recognizing the champion’s discontentment amid a challenging season for Ferrari. The lackluster performance of Ferrari’s SF-25 concerns Hamilton, particularly his comparison to teammate Charles Leclerc, being consistently outperformed in qualifying sessions and lagging behind in the points standings. Speculations arise about Hamilton possibly leaving Ferrari prematurely, fueled by concerns over his performance and enjoyment, as indicated by Russell and retired driver Ralf Schumacher.
