Alvin's Formula One Blog

When it comes to Formula 1, every second matters — especially when you're Lewis Hamilton, driving in front of your home crowd at Silverstone Circuit, aiming to deliver Ferrari’s first podium of the season. But sometimes, it's not the driver, not even the car, but circumstances that get in the way. And in the case of the 2025 British Grand Prix, Lewis was denied his first podium in red — by strategy miscalculations, slippery conditions, and one critical technical failure: a complete loss of GPS. For a man who has made a career out of mastering wet-weather conditions and thriving under pressure, this one hurt — not just for Lewis, but for every Lewis fan hoping to see him stand on that Silverstone podium draped in Ferrari red. The Start Of A New Era With Ferrari Lewis’s move to Scuderia Ferrari was the headline of the 2025 F1 season. A seismic shift. After over a decade with Mercedes, the seven-time World Champion decided to chase glory with the most iconic name in Formula 1. The...

Austria Weekend: Lewis Solid in Scorching Conditions In blazing heat at the Red Bull Ring, the Austrian Grand Prix was a punishing test of skill and strategy. Against blistering track temps and Mercedes-level competition, Lewis pulled off a solid P4 — impressive under the circumstances. Both Ferraris launched on medium tyres and executed a two-stop race — first cycling to hards, then back to mediums for the sprint finish. Right from the lights, Lewis was locked into an all-out scrap with Russell, Alonso and a hungry mid-pack. Tire wear was the headline — a challenge Ferrari has been tackling all season — and Lewis managed it better than his team-mate. He stayed close to Leclerc in pace, capitalizing on consistent laps and allowing Ferrari to lead the one-two team narrative. But it wasn’t all smooth into the final third — Lewis had to nurse brakes through the twists, reporting overheating issues that throttled his pace . Despite this, he delivered a composed stint, only dropping four pl...

Something shifted at the 2025 Canadian Grand Prix — and it wasn’t just the unpredictable weather or the ever-changing track conditions. It was the balance of power inside Ferrari. While most fans and pundits focused on the race chaos and the latest groundhog drama, what really unfolded over the weekend was quieter and far more telling. It was visible only in brake points, steering inputs, throttle traces, energy recovery system deployment. And at the heart of it all was Lewis Hamilton. The seven-time world champion didn’t make noise through radio rants or spectacular overtakes. Instead, he did it the way he’s always done best: through consistency, precision, and data-driven excellence. In equal machinery to Charles Leclerc, Lewis quietly carved out a performance advantage that couldn't be denied — not by fans, not by engineers, and certainly not by Leclerc himself. The Data Doesn’t Lie While stopwatch comparisons offer surface-level drama, the real story was buried inside the lap t...

Fans of Formula 1, strap in — Montreal served up exactly what the Canadian Grand Prix always promises: chaos, speed, wildlife drama, and a healthy dose of strategy failures. There was that start and opening lap, mid-race scrambles, the infamous groundhog clash that decked Lewis and how it cost Lewis a better finish. A Race To Forget: Start And Opening-Lap Mayhem When the lights went out, George Russell nailed the launch from pole and tunneled cleanly through Turn 1, hiding nerves behind deadpan focus. Closely behind him, Max Verstappen stalked like a shark, while the rest of the pack crashed into the first braking zone like it was Monaco at full speed. Classic Canadian chaos. The midfield looked like a drop-kick compared to the front. Oscar Piastri, normally bulletproof on starts, got swarmed by Kimi Antonelli, Alexander Albon, and Nico Hülkenberg — all eager for early bragging rights. Montreal’s first lap is where tyres bleed grip, and with Pirelli medium compound universally chosen (...

As an F1 fan who’s spent more weekends than I can count glued to live timing, team radios, and midfield battles, I’ve always been skeptical when Hollywood tries to capture the sport. F1 isn’t just fast cars and flashy suits — it’s a brutal ballet of engineering, psychology, and razor-sharp precision. So when I heard about the upcoming Formula 1 movie starring Brad Pitt, I braced myself for another glossy misfire. But now that the first trailer has dropped, I’ll admit — my engine’s running a little warmer than expected. A Trailer That Gets The Look And Feel Right The movie follows Sonny Hayes (played by Brad Pitt), a retired F1 driver from the 90s who's pulled back into the paddock to mentor rookie sensation Joshua “Noah” Pearce (Damson Idris) at the fictional team APXGP (Apex Grand Prix). 2007 deja vu perhaps? It’s a redemption-meets-mentorship arc, and while we’ve only seen flashes of the story so far, the concept feels grounded in F1 logic — veterans turned coaches, underdog team...

The 2025 Formula 1 season has been a rollercoaster for Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton. The recent Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona wasn’t just a missed opportunity — it was a wake-up call . Lewis started from a promising P5, but as the laps ticked by, his position slipped, ending up a frustrating P7 (which later became P6 due to a post-race penalty for Max Verstappen, which I might add was well deserved). This wasn’t just about a slow car — it was about a team that looks increasingly lost at sea. And for us fans watching, it’s heartbreaking. A Race to Forget Let’s be honest — Barcelona was a disaster . Lewis, who had looked solid in qualifying, was hopeful. Many of us thought this might finally be the weekend where things started to click. Instead, the moment came early when he was told to let Charles Leclerc through. While team strategy can sometimes make sense, this time it just didn’t. Lewis, ever the team player, complied. But the pace never came. He struggled with balance, had no front...

The 2025 Monaco Grand Prix had all the glamour, chaos, and precision we expect from the jewel in Formula 1’s crown. Lando Norris delivered a stunning pole-to-flag victory for McLaren, Leclerc stood proud with a home podium in second, and once again, the red cars had speed. But behind the scenes, something troubling played out — especially on the other side of the Ferrari garage. For Lewis Hamilton, it was yet another frustrating weekend. And this time, it wasn’t the car’s fault. It wasn’t even strategy. The problem was far simpler and, frankly, more alarming: his race engineer Riccardo Adami isn’t up to the job — and it showed. A race to forget, for all the wrong reasons Let’s start with the facts. Lewis finished fifth — not disastrous, but far below what he and the Ferrari SF-25 were capable of. On a circuit where overtaking is nearly impossible, track position and strategy reign supreme. That means one thing: driver-to-engineer communication is everything . And Lewis? He was flying...

The 2025 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola was a weekend full of emotion, frustration, and ultimately, a flicker of promise for Ferrari fans. While the headlines might not scream victory, those of us who follow every lap, every team radio message, and every strategic call know that Imola revealed something deeper: Ferrari is inching forward — and Lewis Hamilton is proving to be not just a driver, but a critical voice in that journey. Let’s unpack what happened in Italy, why the data shows a glimmer of hope, and how Lewis is already shaping the team’s direction despite obvious growing pains. Recap: A Frustrating Start, a Solid Finish The weekend began with high hopes but quickly turned sobering during qualifying. Both Ferrari drivers, Lewis and Charles Leclerc, struggled to find pace over a single lap. Lewis qualified 12th and Charles just ahead, with the SF-25 looking unpredictable and unresponsive in key sectors. But race day? That was a different story. Lewis pulled off an impressiv...

The 2025 Miami Grand Prix delivered more than just sweltering heat and glitzy fanfare — it gave us a moment that sparked fierce debate in the Formula 1 world: Lewis voicing his frustration with Ferrari’s race strategy ( tea anyone ?). In a weekend where the Scuderia needed to demonstrate tactical finesse, they instead showcased indecision, leaving fans and pundits wondering if this marriage between Lewis and Ferrari is truly working. But let’s get one thing straight — his reaction wasn’t a diva moment, it was completely valid. Miami GP: A Strategy Misfire For those who missed the race, here’s a quick recap. During the Miami Grand Prix, Lewis found himself stuck behind teammate Charles Leclerc while on a different tyre strategy. Despite having the quicker compound and better pace at that phase of the race, Ferrari hesitated to make the call to let Lewis through. As a result, he lost precious time, compromised his tyres, and ultimately, his race. Lewis didn’t mince his words on team radi...

A Challenging Start from P12 The 2025 Miami Grand Prix commenced under the Florida sun, with Max Verstappen leading the pack from pole position. Lewis, starting from P12 after a disappointing qualifying session, faced an uphill battle. Despite a strong showing in the sprint race, where he finished third, Lewis's Ferrari lacked the pace to challenge the frontrunners at the start. The initial laps saw Lewis holding position, unable to capitalize on opportunities due to the car's limitations and the competitive midfield traffic. Strategic Confusion and a P8 Finish As the race unfolded, Lewis found himself behind teammate Charles Leclerc, who was on a different tire strategy. Lewis, on fresher medium tires, believed he had the pace to overtake Leclerc and challenge Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli ahead. However, Ferrari's hesitation in issuing team orders led to mounting frustration. When the order finally came, Lewis sarcastically remarked over the radio, "Have a tea break w...