In a rollercoaster of a weekend, Lewis Hamilton’s performance at the Miami GP left Ferrari with mixed feelings.
- Hamilton started strong with a strategic move to dry tires, securing a surprise P3 finish in the sprint race.
- However, the main qualifying session saw Hamilton unexpectedly drop out in Q2, a result hard to swallow for Ferrari.
- Struggles with the SF-25’s balance and new tire grip proved challenging for the Ferrari team throughout the event.
- Despite the hurdles, both Hamilton and Leclerc expressed a commitment to working together to improve Ferrari’s performance.
In a weekend brimming with ups and downs, Lewis Hamilton left quite an impression at the Miami GP. His Ferrari team, however, found it somewhat tough to digest, especially considering his fluctuating performances. Although Hamilton initially showcased his strategic prowess with a well-timed switch to dry tires, earning him P3 in the sprint race, the high didn’t last long.
Come time for the main qualifying session, things took an unexpected turn for Hamilton. Despite closing the gap on teammate Charles Leclerc, Hamilton failed to progress beyond Q2, marking a first for him with Ferrari. As reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport, this outcome was ‘indigestible’ for the team, highlighting ongoing issues with the SF-25’s balance and the challenge posed by new Pirelli tires.
Hamilton’s frustrations weren’t isolated, as Leclerc also expressed disappointment with the team’s current performance. The Miami GP faced further struggles as the race ended with Leclerc in P7 and Hamilton in P8. During the race, Ferrari issued driver swap orders in a bid to gain on Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli, but these efforts proved futile.
Leclerc made it clear that team discussions were necessary, wanting to analyze the decisions that led to the lackluster result. ‘We definitely have to talk about it internally. We’ll analyze it. And we have to do better,’ he stated. It’s apparent that both Ferrari drivers are eager to address these challenges head-on and aim for better collaboration moving forward.
Meanwhile, the Constructors’ Championship standings have McLaren already pulling a significant lead over Ferrari. The gap underlines the need for Hamilton and Leclerc to unite in their efforts to steer Ferrari back on track. Despite the Miami GP setbacks, there seems to be a determination from both drivers to overcome these obstacles and strive for improvement.
Despite the setbacks at Miami, Hamilton and Leclerc’s resolve to strengthen their collaboration brings hope for Ferrari’s future.
