Ferrari Chief Hits Back at Lewis Hamilton’s Criticism of Car Performance
In a bold statement, Ferrari’s team principal, Fred Vasseur, has fired back at Lewis Hamilton’s recent criticism of the Ferrari SF-25’s performance, dismissing the seven-time World Champion’s complaints as “extreme.” Hamilton had expressed his dissatisfaction with the car during the Spanish Grand Prix, where he struggled to make an impact and ended the day outside of the top 10.
Despite Hamilton’s negative feedback, Vasseur defended the SF-25, stating that the car was not as “horrible” as Hamilton made it out to be. The Ferrari driver faced challenges during practice sessions, with Hamilton describing the car as “not driveable” at one point.
Vasseur acknowledged the team’s struggles with the balance of the car but remained optimistic about improvements. He emphasized the importance of tire management and finding the right balance to enhance performance on the track.
Former World Champion Nico Rosberg also weighed in on Ferrari’s performance, labeling the SF-25 as the “worst car” he had observed due to issues with understeer and snap oversteer. Vasseur acknowledged the team’s need to address these challenges but remained focused on delivering a strong performance in upcoming races.
Addressing Hamilton’s critical remarks, Vasseur highlighted the British driver’s strong stint during practice, suggesting that the car may not have been as bad as portrayed. Vasseur urged caution in interpreting comments made over team radio, emphasizing the need to focus on overall performance rather than isolated complaints.
As Ferrari continues to fine-tune its SF-25 and prepare for future races, Vasseur’s response to Hamilton’s criticism underscores the team’s determination to overcome challenges and deliver results on the track.