Ferrari’s Dramatic Changes Shake Up F1: Lewis Hamilton Left Baffled
In a shocking turn of events, Ferrari has confirmed significant changes to Lewis Hamilton’s F1 car following some puzzling comments made by the seven-time champion leading up to the Austrian Grand Prix. The Italian team is desperate to close the gap with rivals McLaren and Mercedes to secure a higher position in the constructors’ championship standings.
Despite boasting a powerhouse driver lineup with Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, Ferrari has struggled to match the pace of their competitors, finishing a disappointing 14 points behind McLaren in 2024. Determined to change their fortunes, Ferrari has introduced upgrades at Spielberg, including modifications to the floor and diffuser of both Ferrari cars, as confirmed by the FIA.
However, Hamilton appeared skeptical about the impact of these changes, expressing uncertainty about their effectiveness. “We really don’t know the actual effect that it’s going to have,” he admitted to the media, casting doubt on the upgrades. Nevertheless, he remains hopeful that Ferrari is headed in the right direction with these adjustments.
With Ferrari lagging a staggering 191 points behind McLaren in 2025 and Hamilton and Leclerc currently occupying fifth and sixth place in the drivers’ championship, the team’s prospects for a championship win this year seem bleak. The underwhelming performance has intensified scrutiny on team principal Fred Vasseur, especially following the controversial decision to replace Carlos Sainz with Hamilton.
As the 2026 season looms, all eyes are on the Hamilton-Ferrari partnership, with major regulation changes on the horizon. The upcoming season is poised to be a make-or-break period for the collaboration, as Hamilton’s contract with Ferrari nears its end.
In a bid to stay competitive, the FIA revealed that Red Bull, Mercedes, and McLaren have also implemented minor adjustments to their cars for the Austrian Grand Prix weekend. The stage is set for a thrilling showdown as teams battle for supremacy on the track.
