Leo Turrini commented on the Spanish Grand Prix during the Sky Race Anatomy broadcast and on his blog Profondo Rosso.
Leo Turrini’s words
Here’s what the journalist reported: “At Montmeló, the foolish hope that McLaren’s dominance could be undermined by the new rules on front wing flexibility came to an end.
“Simply put, it was fake news. Oscar Piastri cruised around, and we must prepare for a long series of duels between Oscar and his teammate Norris, with the Australian increasingly favored. Translated: all that will be left for the Prancing Horse are crumbs, despite Carletto’s tireless good will. Leclerc is now turning into the Houdini of Grands Prix: at every race, he tries to pull a rabbit out of the red hat. I must be painfully honest. Yes, in the end, in this 2025 season, Ferrari might perhaps manage to confirm itself as the second force among the constructors. But the clearest image from Barcelona is another one, despite the tantrums of an irritable Max Verstappen. I’m referring to the incredible overtake suffered at the last moment by Hamilton, at the hands of his almost peer Nico Hülkenberg.” – the Italian journalist pointed out at the end of the Spanish Grand Prix.
“Now, Hulk drives the car designed by the much-criticized Mattia Binotto, the former head of Maranello’s racing department. That car is the future Audi, but for now it’s what remains of Sauber, the Cinderella of the teams.
“I gave Hamilton a 5 in my ratings: not only did he have a poor weekend, but that overtake suffered by the seven-time world champion became the snapshot of Barcelona for Ferrari. That Lewis Hamilton, with all the history he carries, couldn’t keep behind a ‘Binotto employee’ is, in short, unsettling. It’s as if all of Ferrari’s eternal dreams were mirrored in the damnation of a mediocrity that affects (almost) everyone. How long can we consider such a reality acceptable?” Leo Turrini concluded.
And you, what do you think? After the Spanish weekend, do you see the glass as half full because the Red team has reached second place in the Constructors’ standings, or half empty due to the ongoing disappointments of this 2025 season, especially from Lewis Hamilton? Let us know in the comments.
