Lewis Hamilton’s former teammate delivers verdict on his Ferrari career so far

19 Jun 2025 • 5:52 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Two-time Formula One world champion Fernando Alonso has offered an explanation for Lewis Hamilton's current struggles at Ferrari.
  • The seven-time world champion, who joined Ferrari this season, has yet to secure a podium finish, while his teammate Charles Leclerc has achieved three.
  • The Spanish driver, who raced alongside the British driver at McLaren, suggests Lewis Hamilton's difficulties mirror his previous season at Mercedes, where George Russell appeared more comfortable with the car.
  • He believes the Ferrari car might be challenging to drive, similar to the Mercedes last year, contributing to Hamilton's deficit against Charles Leclerc.
  • Despite the current form, Alonso acknowledges Hamilton's capabilities and notes that he can quickly turn his performance around.

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