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Carlos Sainz has opened up about Lewis Hamilton’s challenging debut season at Ferrari, and his remarks suggest all is not well for the seven-time world champion. The Spanish driver, who was replaced by Hamilton at the iconic Italian team, did not hold back when commenting on the British driver’s underwhelming start to life in red.
Hamilton’s much-anticipated move to Ferrari in 2025 sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 world. The switch was hailed as a potential career-reviving decision for the veteran driver, who had endured a difficult few seasons at Mercedes. With the allure of Ferrari’s history and the promise of a new challenge, expectations were sky-high. However, the reality has so far failed to meet those expectations, and Sainz has made it clear that he doesn’t believe the transition is going smoothly.
Speaking candidly to reporters, Sainz pointed out the clear gap in performance between himself and Hamilton, despite no longer being part of the Scuderia lineup. After being dropped in favor of Hamilton, Sainz found himself looking for a new opportunity and eventually signed with Williams. Once a team mired at the back of the grid, Williams has made considerable progress and become a regular presence in the points, which has allowed Sainz to remain competitive.
“There are things happening behind the scenes that I won’t go into,” Sainz stated, “but from what we can all see on the track, it’s evident that Lewis is not having the start he would have wanted. I know that car very well, and I know what it’s capable of when it’s working properly.”
Sainz’s comments seemed to hint that Hamilton is struggling not only with adapting to a new team environment but also with the technical intricacies of the Ferrari package. Despite his vast experience and championship pedigree, Hamilton has so far been outperformed by Charles Leclerc, who remains Ferrari’s top driver in both pace and consistency.
While Sainz avoided any overtly harsh criticism, the undertone of his remarks painted a clear picture: Ferrari’s gamble on Hamilton has yet to pay off. He also suggested that the team might be facing internal challenges integrating Hamilton effectively, especially as the car development was initially tailored more toward Sainz and Leclerc’s feedback.
Meanwhile, Sainz has quietly gone about his business at Williams, proving many doubters wrong. The Grove-based team has benefited from a strong technical partnership with Mercedes and a renewed focus on aerodynamics, allowing Sainz to remain competitive in the midfield and occasionally challenge the top teams. His performances have underscored his ability and resilience, particularly in the face of what many considered a career setback.
“I’m very happy with how things have turned out,” Sainz said. “Of course, nobody wants to leave Ferrari, but if you look at the results, I think I’ve landed in a great position. The team is motivated, and I feel like I’m playing a key role in helping them push forward.”
As the 2025 season unfolds, the contrast between Hamilton’s high-profile move and Sainz’s unexpected resurgence continues to dominate headlines. While Hamilton’s fans remain hopeful he can turn things around, especially with Ferrari’s resources at his disposal, there’s growing concern that the British driver might not have the smooth transition many had anticipated.
For now, Sainz’s candid insights serve as a reminder that in Formula 1, success is never guaranteed, even for the most decorated drivers. And as his own performances with Williams continue to impress, it’s clear that he’s not letting his departure from Ferrari define his career—instead, he’s using it as fuel to prove his worth.
