Lewis Hamilton Struggles to Adapt at Ferrari, Coulthard Reveals Insights
Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton is facing a rocky start to his Ferrari journey, with former driver David Coulthard shedding light on the challenges the British driver is encountering as he transitions from Mercedes to the Italian team.
Despite showing promise during the Spanish Grand Prix with a win at the Sprint race in China and a podium finish in Miami, Hamilton has struggled to deliver standout performances, even trailing behind his teammate Charles Leclerc. The recent race in Spain highlighted Hamilton’s difficulties, as he obeyed team orders to let Leclerc pass despite a better qualifying result.
The shift to Ferrari has not been seamless for Hamilton, evident in his on-track struggles, team radio tensions with engineer Riccardo Adami, and candid interviews reflecting his frustrations. Coulthard, a seasoned McLaren driver with 13 Grand Prix victories, acknowledged the challenges Hamilton is facing but also pointed out potential strengths that could help him bounce back in upcoming races.
Analyzing Hamilton’s performance in Spain, Coulthard noted that while the British driver has been grappling with the adaptation process at Ferrari, there are glimpses of progress. Coulthard highlighted a moment in the race where Hamilton matched Leclerc’s pace, indicating signs of improvement and potential for a turnaround in form.
As Hamilton navigates the hurdles of acclimating to a new team and car, Coulthard emphasized the importance of Ferrari supporting their fastest car on the track to maximize performance. Despite the initial struggles, there is optimism surrounding Hamilton’s future performances as he continues to adjust to the demands of racing for the iconic Scuderia Ferrari.