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Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur has conceded that Lewis Hamilton can “make things worse” when he “sometimes exaggerates problems he sees” with his car in F1.
Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur admitted that Lewis Hamilton tends to “make things worse” by sometimes overstating issues with his car in Formula 1. Both parties underestimated the challenge Hamilton faced when he switched to Ferrari from Mercedes this season. Hamilton has struggled in his debut season at Ferrari, failing to secure a podium finish so far.
Despite Hamilton’s setbacks, Vasseur emphasized the need to remain calm and supportive during the seven-time F1 champion’s emotional outbursts. The team is working to address Hamilton’s struggles with adapting to Ferrari’s driving dynamics, including issues with engine braking and brake materials. Vasseur noted that Hamilton’s tendency to magnify small problems can impact performance, emphasizing the importance of maintaining perspective and offering reassurance to the driver.
