TOTO WOLFF BACKS LEWIS HAMILTON AFTER HUNGARIAN GP STRUGGLES
After an emotionally charged weekend at the 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix, where Lewis qualified a disappointing P12 and finished outside the points, Wolff has reminded the F1 world exactly who Lewis is — and what he still represents.
Lewis Hamilton’s Raw Emotions In Hungary
Lewis didn't hold back after a difficult qualifying session at the Hungaroring. With Charles Leclerc storming to pole, Lewis was eliminated in Q2 by just 0.016s. Frustrated and disappointed, he told Sky F1, “I’m useless… They probably need to change the driver.” It was a heartbreaking admission from a driver who’s always worn his heart on his sleeve.
The race didn’t go any better. Starting on hard tyres, Lewis lost two places on the opening lap and spent most of his Sunday trapped in a frustrating DRS train. Finishing P12, while his Ferrari teammate brought home more solid points, Lewis was left looking mentally and emotionally drained.
“He’s Still The GOAT”
In the paddock after the race, former Mercedes boss Toto Wolff — who partnered with Lewis to win six of his seven F1 World Championships — was quick to defend the Ferrari driver. Speaking to media including Crash.net, Wolff explained:
“That is Lewis wearing his heart on his sleeve. It’s what he thought when he was asked after the session. It was very raw. He was down on himself.”
Wolff noted this isn’t the first time Lewis has been tough on himself. “He has been that emotionally transparent since he was a young adult. He will beat himself up. But he’s the GOAT and will always be the GOAT.”
Wolff’s words carry weight — this is a team principal who’s witnessed firsthand how Lewis rebounds from adversity.
A New Chapter With Ferrari, But The Same Drive
Even though Lewis is now donning red and battling through a tough first season with Ferrari, Wolff believes that spark is still there. Despite being the second-oldest driver on the grid, Lewis isn’t thinking about quitting. If anything, Wolff believes he’s still hungry for that elusive eighth title.
“Lewis has unfinished business in Formula 1,” Wolff said.
Wolff added that the 2026 regulation changes — which will bring entirely new car designs and power units — could give Lewis a fresh opportunity to fight at the front once again.
“There are brand new cars which are completely different to drive. New power units which need an intelligent way of managing the energy. I hope he’s in for many more years. Next year is an important one.”
2026: A New Opportunity To Make History
Since the heartbreak of Abu Dhabi 2021, where Lewis lost the title under controversial circumstances to Max Verstappen, he’s been chasing redemption. That eighth title would not only break the tie with Michael Schumacher but confirm Lewis as the undisputed greatest in F1 history.
At Ferrari in 2025, it looks like a long road ahead. But Wolff, who knows Lewis better than most, says never count him out.
“If he has a car underneath him, which he has confidence in, and which does what he wants, then yes,” Wolff declared. “If he has a car which isn’t giving him the feedback that he wants — like the Mercedes of the past few years or the Ferrari which seems to be worse — then not.”
“But you ask me if he still has it? He definitely has it.”
Lewis Still Has Fire In His Heart
What separates Lewis from the rest is that undying fire. His words in Hungary weren’t signs of defeat — they were signs of passion, frustration, and the high standards he sets for himself. When a seven-time World Champion feels he’s not delivering, he doesn’t hide it. He speaks from the heart.
This rawness is what makes Lewis so beloved by fans. He’s more than just a racer. He’s a warrior, an artist behind the wheel, and a man unafraid to show emotion when things go wrong.
Wolff’s Faith Is A Mirror Of Lewis’ Legacy
Toto Wolff’s unwavering belief in Lewis Hamilton is a reminder that greatness doesn't disappear overnight. Yes, Ferrari’s 2025 car has struggled for consistency. Yes, Charles Leclerc is currently ahead in the standings. But when the chips are down, Lewis has always found a way to rise.
He’s done it before. And if he gets the machinery — and the belief from his team — he can do it again.
Conclusion: Don’t Write Off The Legend Yet
Lewis might be down, but he’s not out. His Hungarian GP weekend was painful to watch for his fans, but it also revealed something crucial — that he still cares, still wants more, and still pushes himself harder than anyone else ever could.
With Toto Wolff backing him and 2026 bringing a clean slate, don’t be surprised if Lewis Hamilton rewrites F1 history once again. Because greatness never fades — it just waits for the right moment to rise. Still I Rise.
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