In a surprising turn of events, Ferrari’s Fred Vasseur has dealt a blow to Lewis Hamilton‘s title ambitions ahead of the F1 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix. Vasseur revealed that the much-anticipated upgrades for the team are unlikely to work miracles this season. With fundamental flaws still plaguing Ferrari’s performance, their introduction is not expected to reverse their turbulent start, which included a double disqualification in Shanghai.
Ferrari has found themselves trailing by three-tenths of a second behind the likes of McLaren and Red Bull. Despite efforts to address balance issues and unlock the car’s potential, Vasseur admits that a return to competitiveness is a gradual process rather than an overnight fix. To that end, the team is focusing on refining the car’s setup options and enhancing performance across various tracks, particularly tackling the persistent ride height dilemma, which has hindered their ability to generate necessary downforce.
Lewis Hamilton, clearly discontent over the car’s performance, voiced significant frustration about the lack of rear-end stability during the Japanese GP. As Ferrari remains engulfed by internal challenges and stiff competition, the pressure to show improvement at Bahrain is immense. Hamilton faces the daunting task of contending with these issues, leaving many to ponder whether his title aspirations can withstand the season’s challenges.
The road forward for Ferrari appears tough, laden with both internal struggles and fierce opposition. The F1 circuit waits in anticipation: will Hamilton and Ferrari manage to turn the tide, or are they on a course for further setbacks in 2025? With stakes riding high on Bahrain, the legendary team fights to reclaim glory under intense scrutiny.
