Ferrari Signs Lewis Hamilton for 2025
Ferrari made headlines recently by securing a deal with Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time world champion, to join their team starting in 2025. This news has certainly stirred excitement among fans, but the results have yet to match the hype. So far this season, the celebrated driver hasn’t managed to reach the podium in any Grand Prix, with the exception of winning the F1 sprint race in China and a podium finish in the Miami sprint.
As for Ferrari, they find themselves in a tight competition with Mercedes for second place in the Constructors’ Championship, lagging behind McLaren at the top. The recent race in Hungary was particularly tough for the team. Charles Leclerc, who started from pole position, faced chassis problems that slowed his pace, resulting in a frustrating fourth-place finish.
This leaves Hamilton finishing in an unremarkable 12th place, sounding somewhat eager for the summer break to arrive. In an interview, Ferrari’s Team Principal, Frederick Vasseur, addressed the current state and future prospects of the team.
“I’m quite sure it will take some time,” Vasseur noted, pointing out that improvement isn’t something that happens overnight, especially in a team like Ferrari. He referenced past success stories in F1 that required patience, mentioning how building a competitive team takes years. It’s about creating a solid resource system and ensuring the right people collaborate effectively.
Amidst pressures earlier this season regarding his position, Vasseur emphasized the importance of stability for the team, especially following recent rumors leading into the Hungarian Grand Prix. He described the developments as a “good step” towards achieving greater stability.
“Despite the challenges we’ve faced, we need to get prepared for the remainder of the season,” he explained, mentioning the tight race with Mercedes and Red Bull. The aim is to claim some race wins before the season wraps up.
A successful 2025 season is viewed as crucial, with hopes of starting strong in 2026. “We want to be agile in F1, but there’s a lot of inertia to overcome. Our targets are clear, and it feels good when everyone is aligned,” Vasseur shared.
He alluded to the mixed bag of the season thus far, stating, “You can choose to see it as half full or half empty.” While Ferrari is ahead of both Red Bull and Mercedes in some standings, they still trail behind McLaren, but he is confident that improvements are being made.
Looking ahead, changes to incoming regulations may provide Ferrari the chance to be at the forefront of the grid next season. Vasseur acknowledged the challenges of the 2026 project, emphasizing a collective effort is necessary.
Ferrari’s ambition to win is undoubtedly clear. “We’re doing everything we can to achieve that,” he affirmed, expressing a desire to make significant progress in every aspect.
Reflecting on recent developments, he mentioned that despite taking strides forward, there’s still much to understand about the new suspension system. The focus is now shifting fully to preparations for 2026, though aspirations to secure victories this season remain strong.
