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Lewis Hamilton Apologizes to Ferrari After Bahrain Grand Prix
By Hugo Harvey
Lewis Hamilton has issued a formal apology to Ferrari following a controversial moment during the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix, where a late-race incident involving the seven-time world champion raised eyebrows both in the paddock and among fans.
The incident occurred during the closing laps of the season opener, when Hamilton, now in his debut season with Ferrari, made a bold move that appeared to compromise his teammate Carlos Sainz’s race strategy. The maneuver, which took place in Turn 4, forced Sainz wide, costing the Spaniard valuable time and ultimately dropping him out of podium contention.
Shortly after the race, Hamilton took full responsibility for the clash, describing it as a misjudgment and a moment he deeply regretted.
“I want to sincerely apologize to the team and especially to Carlos,” Hamilton told reporters in the paddock. “We had a strong strategy, and I let the intensity of the moment get the better of me. It wasn’t my intention to jeopardize our race or Carlos’s position. I take full ownership of the mistake.”
Ferrari, who were optimistic about a strong start to the season, saw their hopes slightly dampened by the intra-team incident. Although both cars finished in the points, the team had been targeting a double podium following a promising qualifying session.
Team Principal Frédéric Vasseur responded to Hamilton’s apology with grace, stating, “We appreciate Lewis’s accountability. These things can happen in racing, especially when the competition is this fierce. The important thing is that we remain united and focused on the bigger picture.”
The Bahrain Grand Prix itself saw a dominant performance from McLaren’s Oscar Piastri, who claimed his second career win after outpacing Mercedes’ George Russell and teammate Lando Norris. Ferrari had shown strong pace all weekend, but the late incident between Hamilton and Sainz overshadowed what could have been a podium finish for the Scuderia.
This isn’t the first time Hamilton has found himself in hot water over intra-team dynamics. During his tenure at Mercedes, particularly in the heated rivalry with Nico Rosberg, the Brit was often involved in similarly high-stakes on-track clashes. However, his maturity and experience were evident in his swift and heartfelt apology to Ferrari — a gesture that has been largely praised by fans and analysts alike.
Former F1 driver and Sky Sports pundit Jenson Button weighed in, saying, “It’s easy to point fingers in the heat of the moment, but Lewis has shown he understands the weight of driving for Ferrari. It’s not just about speed — it’s about representing the legacy of the team.”
Hamilton and Ferrari will now shift focus to the next round of the championship in Saudi Arabia, where they’ll aim to bounce back from the opening round drama. With 23 races left in the season, the Maranello-based outfit still has ample opportunity to mount a strong title challenge — provided team harmony remains intact.
As Hamilton continues his journey in red, all eyes will be on how the Scuderia manages the balance between two highly talented drivers vying for supremacy in a championship expected to be one of the closest in years.
