Lewis Hamilton takes over Carlos Sainz’s place at Ferrari for the 2025 season. Hamilton, a seven-time former world champion, is widely considered one of the best Formula 1 drivers. Despite his impressive credentials, 1980 world champion Alan Jones doubts Hamilton is the solution to Ferrari’s quest for a world title.
Hamilton’s transfer to Ferrari for the 2025 campaign has caused quite a stir. Many see it as a mutually beneficial decision for both Hamilton and the Italian team. However, Jones is not particularly enthusiastic about the move. He believes Hamilton will not live up to expectations when he joins Ferrari next year.
Ferrari has not won the Drivers’ World Championship in over a decade. Hamilton’s arrival is seen as a step towards changing this situation. However, Jones questions whether Hamilton is the right fit for Ferrari’s goals.
Despite Jones’s skepticism, Hamilton remains a Mercedes driver for now. The current season has not started well for the team, and they hope to rectify the situation in Melbourne. The Mercedes engineering director acknowledges that they are relying on data from previous races to perform well at the Albert Park racing circuit.
While George Russell had a good start to the 2024 season, Hamilton has struggled behind the wheel of the W15. His ninth-place finish in Jeddah raised concerns, and he is expected to deliver better results next weekend. Ferrari will also be closely monitoring his performance.
