Lewis Hamilton's anticipated move to Ferrari, once a dream, is rapidly turning into a real nightmare, according to former F1 driver and analyst Anthony Davidson. He critically assessed his compatriot's current performance.
Why it matters
A seven-time world champion is openly struggling and expressing significant self-doubt, raising serious concerns for both his personal well-being and his future collaboration with Ferrari.
The details
- Davidson ranked Hamilton among the biggest disappointments, given his current struggles ahead of the Ferrari move. He stated, "It hurts to name Lewis Hamilton here. I can't believe I would ever say this in an analysis."
- Hamilton himself called his performance "useless" after the Hungarian Grand Prix qualifying, a sentiment Davidson found "extremely sad to hear from a sportsman of his status."
- Davidson emphasized the lesson that "nothing is taken for granted" and that "no one is a superman, everyone is vulnerable and fragile." He highlighted the difficulty drivers face in adapting to new cars.
- He noted that Hamilton's struggles are not new, stating, "For me, Lewis has never been the same since the regulations that were introduced in 2022." He feels Hamilton has lost that "natural feeling and total control of the car."
What's next
Despite the current difficulties, Davidson still holds out hope for Hamilton's resurgence. He believes if Hamilton "keeps his head above water and straightens his back," he could well participate again next year with renewed form. Davidson concludes, "I hope he succeeds."