Breaking: “Vasseur Shuts Down Hamilton Doubts: ‘We Must Stop With This’ as….read more
“Vasseur Shuts Down Hamilton Doubts: ‘We Must Stop With This’ as….read more
Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has firmly dismissed ongoing speculation suggesting that seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton is struggling to adapt to life at Ferrari in his debut season with the Scuderia. Amid persistent discussions about Hamilton’s lack of podium finishes so far in the 2025 F1 campaign, Vasseur has made it clear that he believes such narratives are premature and unfair.
The British driver, who made a high-profile switch from Mercedes to Ferrari for the 2025 season, has endured a challenging start in red. While he made headlines with a sprint race win in China—his only major highlight so far—his performances in the main Grand Prix events have not lived up to expectations. As of now, Hamilton has yet to finish in the top three in a Grand Prix, fueling questions from critics and media alike about whether he is adapting well to his new environment.
However, there were encouraging signs during the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola, where Hamilton managed an impressive recovery drive. Starting in P12, he fought through the field to finish fourth, showing glimpses of his trademark determination and racecraft. It marked a solid step forward, especially considering the weight of pressure on his shoulders in his first race in Italy as a Ferrari driver.
Speaking to the press after the Imola GP, including journalists from PlanetF1.com, Fred Vasseur made it clear that he’s tired of the persistent narrative casting doubt on Hamilton’s performance. When asked whether Hamilton’s lack of results so far affected his view of the adaptation process, Vasseur replied bluntly, “I think we have to stop with this.”
He continued by stressing that learning and development are continuous processes for any driver, regardless of experience or accolades. Vasseur pointed out that even the most seasoned drivers are always adjusting to new car setups, race strategies, and evolving race dynamics. In his view, Hamilton is no exception—and should not be expected to achieve immediate success when transitioning to a new team, especially one undergoing its own period of growth.
Vasseur’s comments are a clear message to both the media and the F1 fanbase to allow Hamilton the time and space needed to integrate fully with the Ferrari team. With incremental progress now visible and the season still ongoing, there remains ample opportunity for Hamilton to silence his doubters and prove that his move to Maranello was not only bold but potentially brilliant.
As the 2025 season unfolds, the focus now shifts to whether Hamilton can build on the momentum from Imola and translate it into consistent, podium-worthy performances.
