Lewis Hamilton Encouraged by Ferrari’s Latest Upgrades: “We’re Closing the Gap”
Introduction
In the high-stakes world of Formula 1, every fraction of a second matters — and according to Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari might have just found theirs. The legendary driver shared positive feedback on Ferrari’s latest technical update, pointing toward potential progress in the ultra-competitive 2025 season.
Ferrari’s New Floor Shows Promise
Recent development efforts at Ferrari’s factory have led to the debut of a new floor upgrade, aimed at unlocking more consistent performance across different track conditions. Hamilton noted that this change, though subtle, may have a measurable impact on Ferrari’s trajectory this season.
“We’re confident that as we continue to better understand this car, and with this new upgrade, we can take a step forward,” Hamilton stated.
Marginal Gains, Maximum Impact
With four teams currently fighting on a similar performance level, Hamilton emphasized how even minor upgrades can shift the competitive balance. “We don’t need much to be fighting at the front,” he explained. “Every small gain counts.”
Trackside Insights from Practice Sessions
Friday’s practice sessions delivered mixed conditions. FP1 was affected by intense heat, which made grip levels unpredictable. “It was quite tricky — the heat made it difficult to find grip, so it wasn’t the most representative session for us,” Hamilton explained.
In FP2, Ferrari appeared to find more stability. Hamilton’s performance on the soft tire compound was particularly encouraging, despite a minor misjudgment in the final corner that cost him a clean lap. Still, he remained optimistic: “Our race runs were solid, but the competition looks strong across the board. We’ll be working overnight to find those last few tenths.”
A Unified Push for Performance
As always, Hamilton credited teamwork as a key to unlocking Ferrari’s potential. Engineers and drivers are focused on collecting and analyzing every bit of data to steer the car’s development in the right direction.
“We’ll work as one team, pulling together all the data and pushing forward,” Hamilton concluded.
With promising upgrades and a tight field of contenders, Ferrari’s path forward seems cautiously optimistic. If Hamilton’s confidence proves well-placed, fans may witness a red resurgence in the races to come.
