No Wins? Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton Warned Mo…Read more
As Lewis Hamilton prepares to join Ferrari in 2025, concerns are growing over how long he and the team can stay motivated if victories don’t come quickly. With Ferrari desperate to end their championship drought, expectations are high, but former drivers and analysts have warned that frustration could set in if success isn’t immediate.
Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, is making a bold move after more than a decade with Mercedes. However, adapting to Ferrari’s setup and working within their historically unpredictable team environment could prove challenging. While Ferrari has shown flashes of competitiveness, Red Bull’s current dominance has made winning a difficult task.
Former F1 driver and pundit David Coulthard weighed in on the situation, warning that both Hamilton and Ferrari could struggle if the results don’t come fast enough. *“If Lewis doesn’t see progress quickly, he might find it difficult to stay motivated,”* Coulthard said. *“And for Ferrari, if they can’t give him a winning car, they risk losing that energy within the team.”*
Ferrari has a history of near-misses, with strategy errors and reliability issues often costing them crucial points. If Hamilton arrives expecting an immediate title challenge but faces setbacks instead, doubts could creep in, just as they did during his difficult seasons at Mercedes in 2022 and 2023.
While Hamilton remains confident about the move, Ferrari must ensure they provide him with a competitive car. Otherwise, what was meant to be a historic partnership could turn into another frustrating chapter for both driver and team.
