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Lewis Hamilton Teases Race Win Ambitions After Impressive Mexican GP Qualifying Performance
By Hugo Harvey | October 25, 2025
Lewis Hamilton showed flashes of his legendary form during qualifying for the 2025 Mexican Grand Prix, delivering one of his most commanding performances yet as a Ferrari driver. The seven-time world champion, who has endured a challenging debut season with the Scuderia, secured a strong third-place start on the grid—just a tenth of a second behind teammate Charles Leclerc, who took second.
It was a session that felt like a turning point for both Hamilton and Ferrari. After months of inconsistency and frustration, the Italian outfit seems to have rediscovered its rhythm, building on the progress seen at last weekend’s United States Grand Prix in Austin. There, Ferrari narrowly missed out on a double podium, with Leclerc finishing third while Hamilton crossed the line in fourth—a result that hinted that the team was finally heading in the right direction.
But in Mexico City, the performance level was raised another notch. Throughout the practice sessions and into qualifying, Hamilton looked confident and comfortable behind the wheel of the SF-25, producing laps that reminded fans of his dominant years at Mercedes. The roar from the Mexican crowd as he climbed out of his car after Q3 said it all—the Hamilton magic was back.
Speaking to Sky Sports F1’s Rachel Brookes after the session, Hamilton appeared relaxed and upbeat, a stark contrast to his typically subdued interviews earlier in the 2025 season. Beaming as he addressed the passionate fans, the British star hinted that he might just have his sights set on something even bigger than a podium on Sunday.
> “This is the first time we’ve both [Charles Leclerc and I] been in the top three in qualifying this year and the team truly deserve it,” Hamilton said. “We’re just working as hard as we can. We’ve not really moved the car forward in terms of development, but we’ve been able to extract more from what we have, and the processes are much better now.”
Ferrari’s steady climb has come through discipline, teamwork, and Hamilton’s growing influence behind the scenes. According to reports within the paddock, the Briton has been instrumental in suggesting operational changes and strategic adjustments to improve Ferrari’s overall efficiency. Insiders have even described his input as “transformational,” noting how his relentless pursuit of excellence is pushing the team toward the elite standards he became synonymous with at Mercedes.
The results are beginning to show. After several early-season disappointments—including frustrating Q2 exits and mid-pack races—Ferrari has now put both cars firmly in contention near the front. For Hamilton, starting from third at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez presents an enticing opportunity. With the long run down to Turn 1 offering one of the best overtaking chances of the season, he believes P3 could actually be a blessing in disguise.
> “P3 is kind of the perfect spot at this track,” Hamilton explained. “I’m hoping I can make the most of that. Our race pace isn’t too bad—it’s hard to say exactly where we stand, but we’ll give it everything tomorrow.”
The 39-year-old knows that overtaking on Mexico’s high-altitude circuit is notoriously difficult, but with Ferrari’s improved straight-line speed and strategy cohesion, he may finally be in a position to challenge for his first podium with Ferrari—and perhaps even fight for victory.
If Hamilton were to achieve a top-three finish or better, it would mark a symbolic moment in his Ferrari journey—a sign that the partnership between one of F1’s most successful drivers and the sport’s most storied team is beginning to flourish.
As the Mexican fans prepare for what promises to be a thrilling race day, Hamilton’s confidence has reignited excitement within the paddock. Ferrari’s resurgence, combined with the Briton’s quiet determination, suggests that the Scuderia could be on the verge of something special.
And with Hamilton’s trademark smile returning after months of frustration, one thing is certain—he’s not just in Mexico to make up the numbers. He’s here to fight, to lead, and maybe, just maybe, to win again.
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