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Lewis Hamilton reveals shocking struggles with Ferrari: can he turn the tide for 2026?

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December 1, 2025
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Lewis Hamilton reveals shocking struggles with Ferrari: can he turn the tide for 2026?

Lewis Hamilton’s Struggles: A Ferrari Nightmare in Qatar and Calls for Urgent Change Ahead of 2026

In a dramatic revelation that has sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 community, Lewis Hamilton has opened up about his harrowing experience at the Qatar Grand Prix, where he faced one of the most challenging weekends of his illustrious career. The seven-time world champion, who now dons the iconic red of Ferrari, is left grappling with a dismal performance that saw him eliminated early in both Sprint Qualifying and the main Qualifying, ultimately finishing in a woeful 12th place—his joint-worst result of the season.

Hamilton, who has been a podium regular since his debut in 2007, is now staring down the barrel of a season without a single top-three finish. “It definitely has been the most challenging year both in and out of the car,” he lamented. Hamilton’s candid admission, “I’ve got so many notes in terms of things we need to improve on,” underscores the urgency for transformation within the Ferrari team as they prepare for the 2026 season.

But what exactly went wrong? The car felt like a “fight like you couldn’t believe,” according to Hamilton, highlighting the intense struggle he faced behind the wheel. Despite the optimism that new regulations could elevate teams in the standings, Hamilton’s frustration is palpable. “Time will tell whether or not we act on those things,” he stated, emphasizing the need for a decisive pivot to rectify the numerous shortcomings he has identified.

Ferrari’s team principal, Frederic Vasseur, weighed in on the situation, acknowledging the emotional toll the season has taken on both the drivers and the team. “When he says he’s ‘not focused on 2026,’ it’s because he’s focused on his own race which was a tough one,” Vasseur explained. The frustration felt by Hamilton is not unfounded; it is a call to action for a team that has struggled to keep pace with rivals like McLaren.

Vasseur further admitted that Ferrari’s decision to halt development on this year’s car in April, after realizing championship hopes were fading, has had a psychological impact that he “underestimated.” “When you still have 20 races to go, it’s quite tough to manage psychologically,” he noted. Yet, despite the setbacks, Vasseur remains optimistic about the future, asserting, “We have to improve, that’s clear.”

Meanwhile, teammate Charles Leclerc managed to claw his way into the top ten, finishing eighth after an arduous weekend. Vasseur attributed the team’s mixed fortunes to track conditions rather than a lack of pace, stating, “It’s part of the game, part of the life of the team, that sometimes you are struggling a bit more to find the right window.”

As the 2025 F1 season reaches its climax with the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, questions loom large over Ferrari’s future strategy and Hamilton’s role within the team. With the stakes higher than ever, fans and analysts alike are left to wonder: Will Ferrari heed Hamilton’s call for improvement, or will they continue to flounder in mediocrity? One thing is certain—if changes are not made swiftly, the iconic team risks losing their place in the competitive landscape of Formula 1.

As the countdown to the Abu Dhabi GP begins, the pressure is on for Ferrari to reclaim their glory and for Hamilton to rediscover his championship-winning form. The clock is ticking, and the world is watching.

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