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Ralf Schumacher has asked Lewis Hamilton to introspect after he brushed aside his critics saying “they’re not even on my level”.
Former Williams driver Ralf Schumacher urged Lewis Hamilton to self-reflect after dismissing critics who questioned his performance during the disappointing 2025 F1 season with Ferrari. Despite finishing sixth in the standings without a single Grand Prix podium, Hamilton remained defiant against criticism, arguing that his detractors have not achieved what he has in the sport. Schumacher, one of Hamilton’s main detractors, emphasized the importance of self-reflection while acknowledging the Briton’s undeniable success. With Hamilton aiming for a better campaign in 2026, Schumacher’s prediction about the struggles Hamilton faced in 2025 seemed to have come true, highlighting the challenge of adapting to the current generation of cars. Schumacher believes Hamilton needs stability at the rear in the upcoming season to potentially succeed under the new 2026 regulations reset.
