Seven-time Formula One World Champion Lewis Hamilton has sent shockwaves through the motorsport world with his brutally honest assessment of Ferrari's current situation, going as far as stating he's not looking forward to next season with the Italian team.
Las Vegas GP Disaster Sparks Honest Admission
The British driver's comments came following another disappointing performance at the Las Vegas Grand Prix on November 22, 2025, where Hamilton struggled throughout the race weekend. Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, the Ferrari driver didn't mince words about his team's current predicament.
"It's a terrible result. There is nothing positive to take from today," Hamilton stated bluntly. "I'm eager for it to end, I'm looking forward to it ending. I'm not looking forward to the next one."
When BBC journalists attempted to clarify whether Hamilton meant the upcoming Qatar Grand Prix, the driver corrected them, making it clear he was referring to the entire next season with Ferrari.
Championship Standings Tell Grim Story
Hamilton's frustration is understandable given his current position in the driver's championship. The former world champion sits sixth in the standings, a massive 74 points behind teammate Charles Leclerc.
This performance gap between the two Ferrari drivers highlights the team's inconsistency and Hamilton's struggles to extract performance from the car throughout the 2025 season.
Unprecedented Podium Drought Looms
With only two races remaining in the current season, Hamilton faces the very real possibility of not making a single podium appearance all season. This would mark an unprecedented achievement in the worst possible way for the decorated driver.
Since his debut in Formula One, Hamilton has always managed to secure at least one top-three finish every season, making this potential record particularly painful for the champion driver.
Team Principal Attempts Damage Control
Ferrari team principal Frederick Vasseur responded to Hamilton's comments with understanding but attempted to calm the situation. "I can understand the reaction from Lewis just after the race, but we just have to calm down to discuss and to be focused on the next two [races]," Vasseur stated.
The team principal pointed to Hamilton's performance in practice sessions as evidence that the pace exists, suggesting that starting from P20 in Las Vegas compromised their race strategy from the beginning.
Vasseur's comments come at a critical time for Ferrari, as Formula One prepares for regulatory changes that will allow teams to make significant modifications to their cars. Hamilton's statements suggest he believes Ferrari might be falling behind rivals like Mercedes in adapting to these new regulations.
The British driver's candid assessment raises serious questions about Ferrari's ability to provide him with a championship-contending car, casting a shadow over what many had hoped would be a successful partnership between the most successful driver of the modern era and the most iconic team in Formula One history.
