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Hamilton’s Slow Start at Ferrari: Vasseur’s Confidence in the Seven-time Champion’s Comeback

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
March 14, 2025
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Hamilton’s Slow Start at Ferrari: Vasseur’s Confidence in the Seven-time Champion’s Comeback

Formula One F1 - Australian Grand Prix - Practice - Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit, Melbourne, Australia - March 14, 2025 Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur during the press conference REUTERS/Edgar Su

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has begun his stint with Ferrari on a subdued note, with his performance in the initial practice rounds at the 2025 Australian Grand Prix leaving much to be desired. Nevertheless, Ferrari’s team manager, Fred Vasseur, remains resolute in his belief that Hamilton’s star will soon rise.

Hamilton’s switch from Mercedes to Ferrari marks one of the most seismic shifts in recent Formula 1 history. Despite an underwhelming performance during Free Practice 1 and 2, where Hamilton trailed his teammate, Charles Leclerc, Vasseur is unperturbed. He reminds fans that practice results are often marred by a multitude of variables.

Hamilton’s 12th place finish in FP1 on Friday was a full eight-tenths behind Lando Norris, who topped the rankings. Though the British champion’s performance improved in FP2, landing him in the fifth spot, he remained four-tenths behind Ferrari’s ace, Leclerc.

When quizzed about Hamilton’s slow start, Vasseur remained upbeat. He drew parallels between Hamilton’s situation and that of Carlos Sainz from the previous season. “Just like last year when Carlos was around P8 or P9 in free practice and went on to win the race, I have no doubts about Hamilton’s abilities. He will perform, and he will perform soon,” Vasseur confidently stated.

Ever since the announcement of Hamilton joining the Italian team, Vasseur has been inundated with queries about the star driver. To a recent question about Hamilton’s comment that this is ‘the happiest period of his life,’ Vasseur responded affirmatively. He noted that Hamilton is indeed enjoying his time at Ferrari and that the team equally enjoys working with him.

However, Vasseur also admitted that all relationships are smoother during the off-season. He wittily mentioned that during winters, everyone’s a world champion and best friends, but the reality check comes with the first qualifier. With the season commencing, the focus now shifts to performance.

Vasseur refuses to be swept away with short-term analysis of his team and drivers, emphasizing that the season is still in its infancy. He expressed annoyance at the haste to draw conclusions so early in the season, insisting that he has a long-term outlook.

“We shouldn’t jump to conclusions after FP1,” said Vasseur. “You were asking about Red Bull being the champion after just two races last year, and that didn’t happen. We need to build the pace gradually and remember that we still have a long way to the qualifiers and the race. It’s far too early to predict who will be champion or Sunday’s winner.”

While Leclerc seems to have firmly established his dominance in the Ferrari team, Hamilton’s initial performance lag doesn’t spell disaster. As the qualifiers approach, Hamilton is still regarded as a formidable contender. Thus, all eyes are on the British champion as he gears up for his Saturday qualifiers, hoping to prove his mettle in the Ferrari red.

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