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Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari team given nightmare blast by Italian media
Italian media have delivered a scathing assessment of Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari F1 team after their performance at the Singapore Grand Prix. Before Hamilton joined, Ferrari was in a close battle with Red Bull for second place in the constructors’ championship.
Despite securing second place in the 2024 season, Ferrari now finds itself in third with Red Bull just eight points behind. The team’s struggles have been attributed to issues beyond just race weekend performances, extending to the design features of their SF-25 car.
Ferrari’s decision to focus on improving the car’s suspension over aerodynamic development after Hamilton’s win in China is seen as a critical error that has hindered their 2025 campaign. The team’s inability to adapt to changing track conditions due to setup limitations has compounded their woes.
Italian F1 technical journalist Paul Filisetti has highlighted how Ferrari’s technical staff devoted significant time to the suspension modifications, neglecting aerodynamic progress. The lack of adaptability in the SF-25 has led to a disappointing season for the Maranello-based outfit, prompting concerns about their competitiveness moving forward.
