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Lewis Hamilton’s Frustration Explodes: Ferrari’s Strategy Backfires Spectacularly in Japanese Grand Prix

Simon Monroy by Simon Monroy
April 6, 2025
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Lewis Hamilton’s Frustration Explodes: Ferrari’s Strategy Backfires Spectacularly in Japanese Grand Prix

Formula One F1 - Japanese Grand Prix - Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka, Japan - April 6, 2025 Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton with Haas' Esteban Ocon during the drivers parade before the race REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Lewis Hamilton’s Frustration Boils Over as Ferrari Strategy Fails Miserably in Japanese Grand Prix

In a shocking turn of events at the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton bared it all, unveiling the rear-end instability and flawed strategy that condemned him and Ferrari to a dismal performance. The seven-time world champion, starting from eighth position, could only manage a seventh-place finish, citing a race plagued by challenges and disappointments.

Hamilton’s woes began with his disqualification from the Chinese Grand Prix due to excessive plank wear. Since then, his Ferrari SF-25 has been struggling with a compromised setup to comply with regulations. Despite pushing the limits on the track, Hamilton found himself unable to make significant progress during the race in Japan.

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The absence of a safety car further dashed Ferrari’s hopes of a strategic advantage, leaving Hamilton to lament, “I was maximum today. I didn’t have anything else in the car.” The compromised setup and lack of pace hindered Hamilton’s ability to challenge his competitors, with the Ferrari lacking the necessary balance and speed to move up the grid.

The team’s decision to adjust the ride height of Hamilton’s car post the Shanghai race’s disqualification only added to the aerodynamic struggles faced by the driver. Hopes for a safety car intervention to shake up the race went unfulfilled, further amplifying Ferrari’s challenges.

Despite managing to overtake Isack Hadjar of Racing Bulls, Hamilton found it tough to make significant progress throughout the race. Reflecting on Ferrari’s current standing in the competition, Hamilton candidly admitted, “I think we’re probably the fourth-fastest, clearly, at the moment.” With McLaren, Red Bull, and Mercedes showcasing superior race pace, Ferrari is left with a significant gap to bridge.

Hamilton’s frustration was palpable as he highlighted the need for upgrades to close the performance deficit. However, uncertainty looms over Ferrari’s upgrade timeline, with Hamilton revealing, “They don’t know” when questioned about the introduction of new parts.

As the dust settles on a disappointing Japanese Grand Prix for Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari, the team faces an uphill battle to regain their competitive edge in the upcoming races. Will Hamilton and Ferrari bounce back stronger, or are they destined to be overshadowed by their rivals? The motorsport world eagerly awaits the answer.

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