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Hamilton’s Struggle at Ferrari: Villeneuve’s Shocking ‘Different Planet’ Critique Revealed!

Miguel Cunha by Miguel Cunha
August 29, 2025
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Hamilton’s Struggle at Ferrari: Villeneuve’s Shocking ‘Different Planet’ Critique Revealed!

Formula One F1 - Hungarian Grand Prix - Hungaroring, Budapest, Hungary - August 3, 2025 Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton ahead of the Hungarian Grand Prix REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki

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Lewis Hamilton’s Struggles at Ferrari: An Epic Misalignment

In a shocking revelation that has sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 community, 1997 F1 World Champion Jacques Villeneuve has delivered a scathing critique of Lewis Hamilton’s current relationship with the Ferrari team. According to Villeneuve, Hamilton’s demeanor suggests a profound disconnect, leading to the damning conclusion that he and his engineer are operating on “different planets.” The seven-time world champion is grappling with a critical chemistry crisis at Ferrari, and the implications are staggering.

Hamilton, who has yet to secure a podium finish this season, recently expressed his deep frustration following the Hungarian Grand Prix, branding himself as “useless” and signaling a need for a complete overhaul during the summer break. Upon returning to the F1 paddock in Zandvoort, Hamilton’s spirits seemed unchanged as he lamented the unexpected pressures of driving for Ferrari and yearned to rediscover the joy of racing.

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Villeneuve’s assessment on Sky Sports F1 was nothing short of brutal. “They’re not getting what they signed up for,” he stated, pinpointing the frustration shared by both Hamilton and the Ferrari team. “He doesn’t feel the team is behind him, and the team doesn’t feel Lewis is with them. It’s simply not gelling.” The lack of synergy is alarming, especially as Villeneuve noted the communication breakdown between Hamilton and his engineer, Riccardo Adami. “There’s no chemistry at all. It’s as if they’re on a different planet,” he remarked.

The disarray extends beyond Hamilton, affecting fellow driver Charles Leclerc as well. Villeneuve ominously pointed out that the entire team seems to be faltering, lacking the necessary chemistry to progress. “When you hear Lewis’ interviews, he appears disinterested and disengaged,” Villeneuve asserted. “It’s really, really strange.” With the horizon of the 2026 season looming, Hamilton seems to be shifting his focus, but the question remains: can Ferrari build a competitive car that resonates with him?

Villeneuve challenged the very essence of teamwork in F1, stating, “If there’s no chemistry, what’s the point?” He emphasized that true chemistry is forged during challenging times, and if the team cannot cultivate that bond now, the future looks bleak. The recent performance of both Hamilton and Leclerc, finishing a dismal 14th and 15th in the first practice session for the Dutch Grand Prix—1.6 seconds behind McLaren’s Lando Norris—only amplifies the urgency of the situation.

“The lack of chemistry doesn’t necessarily mean the car is slow,” Villeneuve explained. “It indicates stagnation. They have all the resources and talent, so why aren’t they progressing?” With two world-class drivers at the helm, Ferrari’s stagnation is baffling, pointing to deeper issues within the organization.

As the F1 world watches this unfolding drama, the pressure mounts for Ferrari and Hamilton to realign and rediscover their competitive edge. With the clock ticking down to the 2026 season, the stakes have never been higher. Will Hamilton and Ferrari find a way to bridge this colossal gap, or are they destined to remain worlds apart? The answer could redefine the future of one of the most storied teams in motorsport history.

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