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Former F1 race winner Juan Pablo Montoya has claimed that “not even Max Verstappen can beat” Lewis Hamilton should Ferrari produce a “fast car” in 2025.
Lewis Hamilton has faced challenges in Formula 1 since his title defeat to Verstappen in 2021, with only two victories in the past three seasons. Hamilton himself has expressed doubts about his own speed, acknowledging that he is “definitely not fast anymore”. At 40 years old, he is hoping that joining the Italian team will revitalize his career and help him win an eighth world championship. The move to Ferrari has generated excitement among fans, with Hamilton’s first test run at Fiorano drawing a crowd of eager Tifosi. Former driver Montoya believes that with the right car, Hamilton can return to his peak form and be unbeatable, similar to his dominance from a few years ago. Despite a setback in testing, Hamilton remains optimistic about his future with Ferrari and is eagerly anticipating the start of the new season.
