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Lewis’s first few races at Ferrari haven’t exactly been storybook material. But before anyone hits the panic button, it’s important to look at the bigger picture. From adapting to a tricky car to fighting muscle memory built over years, Lewis is facing challenges few other drivers could even imagine. Here's why Lewis’s Ferrari journey is just getting started. Early Signs of Promise Lewis’s Ferrari adventure began with plenty of hope. A solid debut in Australia and a brilliant Sprint win in China had fans buzzing. He even outqualified Charles Leclerc for the main race in Shanghai. It looked like Lewis was getting on top of the Ferrari quicker than anyone expected. But race day told a different story. Despite a strong start, Lewis couldn’t match Leclerc’s pace, even after Charles picked up front wing damage. Lewis later admitted to a possible setup mistake — and suddenly the dream start looked like a false dawn. Struggles in Saudi and Japan Since China, things have gotten tougher. In...

Let’s stop sugar-coating it — Lewis Hamilton has woken up, and he didn’t just whisper it, he roared. The seven-time champ has finally started cracking the code on that wild stallion they call the Ferrari SF-25. And if you think that’s no big deal, you’re missing the point. This isn’t just progress — it’s a warning shot to the whole grid: Lewis is coming . Bahrain was a rollercoaster. Saturday was rough — the kind of quali that makes you stare at the floor in the garage, wondering where it all went wrong. P9 on the grid? Ugly. But Sunday? That was pure Lewis. Climbed to P5 without a drop of rain, no retirements, no red flags — just hard, clean racing. And here’s the stat that really stings for his rivals: Leclerc started P2 and ended up P4. Lewis started mid-pack and finished right behind him. That’s not luck. That’s experience. That’s elite racecraft. And what changed? Brakes . Yep, brakes. Sounds minor, right? Wrong.  Lewis ’s driven with Carbone Industrie his whole career. Now he...

Lewis Hamilton’s transition to Ferrari in 2025 marks a significant chapter in his illustrious Formula 1 career. After 18 years with Mercedes, the seven-time world champion faces the challenge of adapting to a new team, car, and culture. Hamilton has openly acknowledged the steep learning curve he faces at Ferrari. He described the SF-25 as feeling like an “alien” machine compared to his previous cars, highlighting differences in engine braking, steering systems, and software. Despite these challenges, he remains optimistic, noting that he has started to understand what the Ferrari requires and is gradually aligning more with teammate Charles Leclerc. The adaptation process extends beyond the car itself. Hamilton has immersed himself in Ferrari’s culture, spending extensive time at Maranello, engaging with every department, and even practicing Italian to build rapport with the team. He emphasizes the importance of building trust and understanding within the organization, recognizing tha...