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Lewis Hamilton Shocks F1 World by Skipping Ferrari’s Crucial Test: Who Fills His Shoes?

David Castro by David Castro
June 22, 2025
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Lewis Hamilton Shocks F1 World by Skipping Ferrari’s Crucial Test: Who Fills His Shoes?

HAMILTON Lewis (gbr), Scuderia Ferrari SF-25, portrait during the Formula 1 Aramco Gran Premio de Espana 2025, Spanish Grand Prix 2025, 9th round of the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship from May 30 to June 1, 2025 on the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, in Montmeló, Spain - Photo Florent Gooden / DPPI

Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time Formula 1 world champion, shocked fans and experts alike by being conspicuously absent at Ferrari’s recent crucial F1 outing. The event, a Pirelli tyre test at the Fiorano track, saw Hamilton’s absence replaced by Ferrari’s reserve driver, Guanyu Zhou, alongside Charles Leclerc.

Zhou, who took on the role of reserve driver at Ferrari after being released by Sauber in 2024, finally had his moment in the spotlight during the two-day test. The modified SF-25 was used to simulate the 2026-sized tyres and the reduced downforce expected in next year’s cars.

The significance of this tyre test cannot be overstated as teams gear up for the major changes in regulations for the upcoming season. All teams will be engaged in intensive tyre testing throughout 2025 to adapt to the new requirements. Ferrari and McLaren were among the first to participate in Pirelli’s tests earlier in February 2025, aiding in the development of future tyres and compounds.

During the test at Fiorano, Ferrari focused on the 2026 intermediate and wet weather tyres, utilizing the track’s irrigation system to mimic slippery conditions. Zhou impressively completed 159 laps on the first day, setting competitive lap times on both slick and intermediate tyres. Leclerc took over from Zhou on the following day to conclude the test at Ferrari’s home track.

Hamilton’s conspicuous absence raises questions about his future with Ferrari and potentially hints at behind-the-scenes developments in the world of Formula 1. The sport’s enthusiasts and experts eagerly await further updates on this unexpected turn of events as the F1 season progresses.

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