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Lewis Hamilton can do something he’s never done before at Ferrari
By Hugo Harvey | São Paulo, Brazil | November 5, 2025
As Formula 1 gears up for the Brazilian Grand Prix this weekend, Lewis Hamilton finds himself once again under the spotlight — this time with a chance to achieve something he’s never done before: stand on the podium as a Ferrari driver.
The seven-time world champion’s 2025 season has been defined by near-misses, heartbreak, and flashes of promise that have yet to materialize into tangible results. His run of 19 consecutive races without a podium all with Ferrari, broke an unwanted record that had stood for over four decades. The previous record, held by Didier Pironi since 1982, stood at 18 races without a top-three finish.
Hamilton came agonizingly close to breaking that streak at the Mexican Grand Prix just a week ago. After qualifying third and looking on course for his long-awaited return to form, a 10-second time penalty crushed his hopes and pushed him down to an eventual eighth-place finish. It was yet another cruel twist in what has been a season of frustration for the British driver.
Now, as the F1 circus heads to Interlagos, optimism is quietly growing. Brazil, a country where Hamilton is adored and even holds honorary citizenship, has long been a special venue for him. From his title-clinching performance in 2008 to his heroic charge from tenth to first in 2021, Hamilton has often found something magical at the Autódromo José Carlos Pace. Could it be the stage for a long-overdue turnaround in his Ferrari chapter?
Ferrari’s Upward Momentum
Ferrari has shown a noticeable resurgence in recent races. Charles Leclerc’s back-to-back podium finishes in the United States and Mexico suggest the team has finally found stability and rhythm after a turbulent first half of the season. Hamilton, too, has been inching closer to the front, displaying improved pace and composure behind the wheel of the SF-25.
While the Italian team hasn’t pinpointed a single breakthrough responsible for their recent uptick in form, both drivers credit a series of small but significant improvements within the team’s operations.
Leclerc explained after the Mexican GP:
“There’s no magic fix. It’s a lot of little things coming together. Like Lewis said, it’s about refining our processes and improving in every small area. Those differences are starting to show now.”
Hamilton echoed that sentiment, emphasizing how much effort has gone into finding harmony between driver and machine:
“Since the summer break, things have been improving step by step. The team has made real progress, and I’ve made a few tweaks to my approach. I feel more connected with the car now, and each weekend feels stronger. It’s taken time, but that’s how real progress happens.”
Why Brazil Could Be the Turning Point
Interlagos has always been unpredictable — its unique layout, passionate crowd, and potential for sudden downpours make it one of F1’s most dramatic venues. Hamilton knows this well. His 2021 drive from 10th on the grid to victory is still regarded as one of the finest comebacks in modern F1 history.
Of course, repeating such heroics in a Ferrari still finding its footing won’t be easy. But if there’s any track where Hamilton can defy expectations, it’s Brazil. The combination of driver skill, chaotic race dynamics, and weather variables has produced plenty of shock results in recent years.
Even Max Verstappen proved that comebacks are possible here — last season, he charged from 17th on the grid to win the 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix in wet conditions, marking a defining moment in his career. Hamilton, known for his mastery in the rain, could take inspiration from that performance.
The question now is whether the SF-25 can give him the platform to fight for that elusive top-three finish. Ferrari’s improved performance in recent rounds, coupled with Hamilton’s growing comfort in the car, suggests that a breakthrough may finally be within reach.
The Most Realistic Chance Yet
With only a handful of races left in the 2025 season, Interlagos stands out as Hamilton’s best opportunity to end his podium drought and rewrite the narrative of his first year with Ferrari. A podium here wouldn’t just mark a personal milestone — it would symbolize the culmination of months of effort and adaptation.
If Hamilton can summon his trademark resilience and Ferrari’s newfound momentum continues, the Brazilian Grand Prix could well be remembered as the weekend when Lewis Hamilton finally conquered his Ferrari curse.
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