Lewis Hamilton Facing Crisis at Ferrari After Dis...

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Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari are reportedly facing a serious crisis following a deeply disappointing performance at the Spanish Grand Prix, where Hamilton finished sixth — even behind Sauber’s Nico Hulkenberg. The result has intensified concerns around Hamilton’s form and his new partnership with Ferrari, particularly in the Italian media, where leading publication Corriere della Sera described the current state of affairs as a “full crisis.”

The veteran British driver, who joined Ferrari in a highly celebrated move for the 2025 Formula 1 season, appeared downbeat after the race and took responsibility for the underwhelming result in his post-race interview. However, Italian media were far more critical, not just of the race outcome, but also of Hamilton’s demeanor and performance throughout the season.

“Lewis Hamilton is an opaque star,” wrote Corriere della Sera, lamenting the contrast between the optimism of his arrival in Maranello and his current struggles. “The enthusiasm that once surrounded his arrival at Ferrari has now become a painful memory,” the publication continued. The report painted a picture of a driver who seems lost and unsupported, struggling to match the pace of teammate Charles Leclerc, who has shown far better form in recent races.

Hamilton’s difficulties have not just been limited to the track. His body language in radio messages and media interviews is being interpreted as that of a driver who is emotionally and mentally drained. The once-celebrated union between Ferrari and the seven-time world champion now appears strained, with Corriere suggesting it may already be on the brink of collapse just nine races into the season.

In contrast, Charles Leclerc has begun to find his rhythm with the SF-25, securing strong podium finishes in Monaco and Spain, with second and third-place results respectively. His rising form has only added to the pressure on Hamilton, who not only continues to miss the podium but now also finds himself outperformed by his younger teammate.

This performance gap has rekindled conversations about Hamilton’s age and whether it’s beginning to affect his racing capabilities. Former teammate and 2016 world champion Nico Rosberg has voiced concerns that Hamilton, now 40, may be starting to slow down. In comments made to Sky F1, Rosberg said, “Even the greatest of all time, at some point, you are going to get a little bit slower. That’s age-related.”

Rosberg pointed out that even a minor drop in performance — such as a tenth of a second — can be decisive in Formula 1, especially when racing against top-tier talent like Leclerc, who is widely regarded as one of the best qualifiers on the grid.

As Hamilton continues to struggle both with results and morale, questions are mounting about whether he and Ferrari can turn things around. For now, the mood around the partnership remains grim, with many wondering if the dream of Ferrari-Hamilton success is already

slipping away.