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F1 News Today: Lewis Hamilton Fooled by Fan Post as Ferrari Hold Emergency Talks
By Hugo Harvey
Lewis Hamilton found himself the target of a light-hearted prank by a fan on social media, just days before the Hungarian Grand Prix. The seven-time Formula 1 world champion, who is currently experiencing a turbulent first season with Ferrari, admitted he was momentarily tricked by a fake “breaking news” post that mimicked F1’s official announcement style.
Hamilton, 40, has had a rocky start to life at Ferrari following his high-profile move from Mercedes. His recent outing at the Belgian Grand Prix weekend began on a sour note with early exits in both sprint and grand prix qualifying sessions. Despite those setbacks, he pulled off a commendable recovery on race day, climbing from the pit lane to finish seventh. It was a performance many fans celebrated across social media, showing unwavering support for the British driver.
Among the numerous fan reactions was a cleverly designed fake news post shared on X (formerly Twitter). Styled like an official F1 breaking news graphic, the post featured an image of Hamilton in Ferrari attire alongside a headline that read: “BREAKING: Lewis Hamilton… He did nothing I just want you all to look at him.” The humorous message grabbed Hamilton’s attention — and even briefly convinced him that something major had occurred.
Clearly amused by the creativity, Hamilton himself responded in the comment section, writing: “Had me worried for a second.” His reply delighted the original poster and fans alike, as the champion continues to demonstrate his connection with supporters despite the challenges he’s facing on track.
It wasn’t the only time Hamilton had surprised fans recently. Throughout the 2025 season, he has frequently taken time to interact with his followers online, offering encouragement and personal messages that have made headlines in their own right. One memorable moment came ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix, when he posted a simple “SPA” to announce his arrival at the circuit.
In response, a fan shared their own humorous take on trying to get Hamilton’s attention, posting a meme that read: “How I feel replying to Lewis knowing damn well he won’t reply but still trying,” paired with the quote: “You miss 100 percent of the shots you don’t take.” Once again, Hamilton showed his appreciation by replying with a motivational “Never give up.”
As the Hungarian Grand Prix approaches, it’s clear that Hamilton is not only focused on finding improvements with Ferrari — especially after being summoned to what sources have described as an “emergency meeting” with the team — but also keeping morale high among his global fanbase. Ferrari have been under increasing pressure to solve their consistency issues, with Hamilton reportedly taking an active role in internal debriefs and strategy sessions to help the Italian team turn things around.
While the road ahead in his debut Ferrari campaign remains tough, Hamilton’s positive attitude, strong rapport with fans, and renewed fighting spirit suggest that he is far from finished. Whether it’s reacting to jokes on social media or chasing podiums from the back of the grid, the F1 icon remains one of the sport’s most engaging and determined figures.
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