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Lewis Hamilton believes the new floor Ferrari is bringing for its 2025 Formula 1 car at the Bahrain Grand Prix should eradicate the issue that he suggested has created a performance disparity with team-mate Charles Leclerc
Lewis Hamilton believes Ferrari’s new floor for its 2025 Formula 1 car, to be introduced at the Bahrain Grand Prix, will address the performance gap he noted with his team-mate Charles Leclerc. Hamilton hinted at a car “deficit” in Japan, suggesting an underperforming element on his side during the event, while not specifying further. The suspected issue revolves around Hamilton’s preference for a lower and stiffer car setup, magnifying Ferrari’s sensitivity to ride-height problems. The upgrades, including a new rear brake duct and wing, have left Hamilton “excited” for the weekend, with hopes to extract more from the car. Meanwhile, Leclerc is cautiously optimistic, focusing on bridging the gap with rivals and maximizing the car’s potential through setup adjustments.
