Lewis Hamilton on the Verge of Ferrari Showdown with Critical Upgrade Set to Determine Fate
Amidst a tumultuous start to the F1 2025 season, Scuderia Ferrari finds themselves at a crossroads with a pivotal decision looming on the horizon. The Italian powerhouse must now decide between persisting with the SF-25 upgrades or shifting focus entirely to the impending 2026 regulations that are set to shake up the world of Formula 1.
Following a modest performance at the Monaco Grand Prix, where Charles Leclerc clinched second place and Lewis Hamilton settled for fifth, Ferrari’s hopes were momentarily lifted. However, the team remains a staggering 177 points behind the leading McLaren in the World Constructors’ Championship, casting doubts on their championship aspirations for the current season.
With the 2026 regulations looming large, Ferrari, like other teams, faces the dilemma of when to cease development for the 2025 car and divert all resources towards the future. While some teams have already shifted their focus to 2026, Ferrari is holding onto one final upgrade for the SF-25 before making a definitive call.
The upcoming rear suspension upgrade, slated to be introduced in the next few races, aims to address the instability issues plaguing the SF-25, particularly the “nervous” rear end that has hindered both Leclerc and Hamilton on the track. Ferrari is banking on this upgrade to enhance the car’s performance by allowing for a more aggressive setup and improved downforce, ultimately boosting the drivers’ confidence behind the wheel.
However, this upgrade represents Ferrari’s last-ditch effort for the current season. Should the new rear suspension fail to deliver the desired results, the team is prepared to wave the white flag and shift focus to the development of the 2026 car without further delay.
As the racing world eagerly anticipates the outcome of Ferrari’s crucial upgrade, all eyes are on Hamilton and Leclerc to see if the SF-25 will rise to the occasion or if it will mark the beginning of the end for Ferrari’s 2025 campaign.
