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Ferrari is totally convinced Lewis Hamilton’s “useless’ verdict on his own performance is wrong – here’s why + what the data says
Lewis Hamilton’s self-criticism of his performance during the Hungarian Grand Prix weekend raised eyebrows, but his perspective does not align with his team’s. Ferrari principal Fred Vasseur believes Hamilton’s high standards and self-criticism are traits of a fiercely competitive driver, essential for success. Despite Hamilton’s disappointment at qualifying results, Vasseur sees the situation differently, emphasizing the competitiveness of the grid and the small margins that differentiate performance. Vasseur remains confident in Hamilton’s abilities and positive trend in performance leading up to the Hungarian GP, suggesting no immediate need for a driver change. Comparisons of Hamilton and Leclerc’s qualifying runs in Hungary show close margins, supporting Vasseur’s belief in Hamilton’s overall performance. Looking beyond Hungary, Vasseur’s belief in Hamilton’s performance extends to the season as a whole, with Leclerc holding a slight edge in qualifying but with a positive trend in Hamilton’s recent performances.
