Martin Brundle expresses skepticism about Lewis Hamilton's stated reasons for Ferrari's current issues.
Lewis Hamilton Questioned by Brundle Amid Continued Ferrari Struggles
Renowned commentator Martin Brundle expressed doubts about Lewis Hamilton's claims of not understanding the SF-25 Ferrari after the British racer struggled in Saudi Arabia.
Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, has struggled to adapt to the Scuderia, finishing 31 seconds behind teammate Charles Leclerc. Despite a mere shot at victory in China's sprint, Hamilton has been outperformed by Leclerc in every grand prix so far.
During the race weekend in Saudi Arabia, Hamilton admitted feeling out of sync with the car, but Brundle found the explanation unsatisfactory. Speaking on Sky Sports, Brundle said,
Brundle further questioned Hamilton's setup and approach, emphasizing a need for change.
Hamilton's recent finish in tenth place was followed by a disqualification in China for a skid block breach. Despite improvements in Bahrain, the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix marked another setback for the driver who has downplayed his chances of a race win in red.
It's worth noting that Hamilton isn't the only driver facing challenges with the new car. The dynamics of the vehicle require significant driver adaptation. However, Hamilton's case seems more pronounced due to several factors:
- Braking and handling issues: The car's front-oriented balance during push laps challenges Hamilton's braking, particularly when it comes to handling and engine braking[1].
- Delayed upgrades: Ferrari has delayed essential upgrades for the SF-25, leaving Hamilton with the current setup until the Imola race[4].
- Differential car setup: Hamilton's SF-25 is slightly different from Leclerc's, which has contributed to Hamilton's struggles[3].
While Hamilton's transition to Ferrari remains a work in progress, Brundle's comments reflect growing concern among racing enthusiasts about the seven-time champion's form.
Hamilton's struggles continue with F1, as he lagged behind Leclerc in every grand prix, even limping to a tenth place finish in Saudi Arabia that resulted in disqualification for a skid block breach. Brundle, a commentator, questioned Hamilton's understanding and setup with his new SF-25 Ferrari, citing the car's handling issues, delayed upgrades, and differential setup compared to Leclerc's.
Brundle's comments reflect growing concerns among racing enthusiasts, as the seven-time champion grapples with adapting to his new team and vehicle. It's worth noting that other drivers are also facing challenges with the new car, but Hamilton's case seems more pronounced due to the various factors affecting his performance.
Despite facing setbacks in Saudi Arabia, Hamilton will need to make changes to his approach and setup if he hopes to find success with Ferrari in the future, particularly as they begin to implement essential upgrades for the SF-25.
