Lewis Hamilton’s Struggles Continue at the Canadian GP as Ferrari’s F1 Woes Deepen
Lewis Hamilton endured another disappointing weekend at the Canadian Grand Prix, unable to produce a strong result at a track that has often been one of his most successful. The seven-time World Champion could only manage a distant sixth-place finish, a result that mirrored his current standing in the F1 drivers’ championship and highlighted the persistent issues Ferrari is facing in the 2025 Formula 1 season.
Despite early hopes of progress, the Briton’s time with the Scuderia continues to be marked by frustration. The SF-25 appears ill-suited to race-day performance, especially in the hands of Lewis Hamilton, who tends to optimize his setup for qualifying pace. In contrast, his teammate Charles Leclerc has been willing to sacrifice Saturday grid positions in exchange for better long-run competitiveness, exposing a philosophical split within the team.
With 14 races still remaining in the 2025 Formula 1 calendar, there remains theoretical time for Ferrari to mount a recovery. However, the team is also staring down the barrel of a looming 2026 regulation reset, which places added pressure on their current campaign and on planning for the future.
Team radio messages during the Montreal race revealed just how off the mark the SF-25 was. Lewis Hamilton, audibly exasperated, reported a complete lack of rear grip and braking confidence, a double blow on a track where braking performance is critical. This came despite his impressive qualifying effort, where he had braked exceptionally late—something praised as a standout moment of the weekend. However, it also underscored the high standards Hamilton holds for his machinery.
Hamilton Suggests Ferrari Are Working ‘Behind the Scenes’ to Solve 2025 Struggles
Although results have not met expectations, Lewis Hamilton has hinted that significant work is happening away from public view. According to Italian outlet La Gazzetta dello Sport, the British driver acknowledged Ferrari’s delay in delivering vital upgrades but expressed hope that developments would soon materialize. He reportedly said that while he couldn’t divulge specifics, there was considerable activity behind the scenes aimed at turning their season around.
Lewis Hamilton made it clear that Ferrari currently lacks a car capable of challenging for the championship and stressed that focus must begin shifting to 2026. He is concerned that too much attention on salvaging the current season could ultimately cost the team next year, when a new era of F1 begins with fresh technical regulations.
Did Lewis Hamilton Misjudge His Ferrari Move?
Lewis Hamilton’s decision to leave Mercedes was one of the most talked-about moves in recent F1 history. But with George Russell and rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli delivering a one-three finish for the Silver Arrows in Canada, questions are growing about whether the Briton departed Brackley at the wrong time.
Kimi Antonelli, still in the early days of his career, has shown flashes of brilliance despite occasional setbacks like mechanical issues in Imola and Spain or setup challenges in Monaco. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has defended the young Italian from comparisons to Lewis Hamilton, insisting it’s far too early for that.
However, given that Mercedes are rumored to be preparing an exceptionally powerful engine for 2026, they could re-emerge as dominant contenders just as Ferrari’s hopes rest on development still in progress. For Lewis Hamilton, whose Ferrari contract runs only through 2026 with an optional year in 2027, time is becoming a critical factor. Without clear progress soon, the prospect of activating that option may become increasingly unlikely.
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