Alvin's Formula One Blog

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...