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Ferrari’s Fred Vasseur reveals shocking truth about Hamilton’s struggle: did they underestimate the challenge?

Harry Bright by Harry Bright
December 19, 2025
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Ferrari’s Fred Vasseur reveals shocking truth about Hamilton’s struggle: did they underestimate the challenge?

Formula One F1 - Miami Grand Prix - Miami International Autodrome, Miami, Florida, United States - May 4, 2025 Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur ahead of the race REUTERS/Brian Snyder

Ferrari’s Shocking Confession: Hamilton’s Transition Was More Challenging Than Expected!

In a stunning revelation that has sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 community, Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has openly admitted that he severely “underestimated” the monumental challenge facing Lewis Hamilton as he swapped Mercedes for the iconic Scuderia. The seven-time world champion, who arrived at Ferrari amidst a storm of optimism, faced a grueling year that was marred by lackluster results, leaving fans and pundits alike questioning the future of both driver and team.

Vasseur, addressing the media during Ferrari’s end-of-season debrief, unveiled the shocking reality: “I think it was difficult for Lewis, and it’s a small word, probably, that it was difficult.” This blunt admission underscores the depth of the struggles Hamilton faced as he endeavored to adapt to a radically different environment after nearly two decades with Mercedes. Vasseur emphasized that almost every aspect of Hamilton’s experience changed dramatically upon his arrival in Maranello.

Hamilton’s transition was not merely a change of team; it was a cultural upheaval. Vasseur noted, “It’s not that we are doing things worse or better. It’s that we are just doing things differently.” The complexity of the switch became evident as Hamilton grappled with new software, different components, and an entirely new set of colleagues, all while attempting to maintain his celebrated status as one of the sport’s greats.

The ramifications of this transition were stark. Hamilton ended the season a staggering 86 points behind his Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc, and shockingly, he failed to secure a single podium finish. Vasseur pointed to the razor-thin margins that define F1 racing, highlighting how even the slightest miscalculation could mean the difference between victory and defeat. “If you are not on top of everything, you leave on the table a couple of hundredths of a second,” he lamented, drawing attention to the fierce competition that characterized the season.

He further illustrated the point with a painful anecdote from the Hungarian Grand Prix, where Leclerc’s Q2 time outperformed Hamilton’s by just one-tenth of a second. “Lewis was P11, and at the end, Charles finished with the pole position,” Vasseur recounted, a stark reminder of the high stakes and intense pressure that define Formula 1 racing.

Despite these challenges, Vasseur was quick to clarify that there are no excuses for the disappointing results. “It’s not an excuse, it’s not a good reason. You have to be in front of everybody,” he stated emphatically. However, he acknowledged that the extensive cultural and procedural shift was indeed a significant factor, suggesting that they may have collectively underestimated the implications of such a transition.

As the dust settles on a turbulent season, the question looms: Can Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari overcome these monumental hurdles to reclaim their rightful place at the pinnacle of Formula 1? The coming seasons promise to be a dramatic saga of resilience, adaptation, and fierce competition. For fans eager to follow every twist and turn, the next chapter in this electrifying story is just around the corner. Don’t miss out on the latest updates—stay tuned for the thrilling 2026 F1 calendar that will keep you in the loop!

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