The 2025 Canadian Grand Prix was a shock for Ferrari, with seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton rocking the paddock with explosive statements. After a disappointing race, which resulted in a sixth-place finish and a bizarre brush with a beaver, Hamilton made no secret of his frustration, pointing the finger at the Scuderia and its SF-25 car. His comments, delivered in the heat of the moment in front of Sky Sports F1 cameras , sparked a heated debate, revealing internal tensions and structural problems within the Maranello team.
Hamilton, who arrived at Ferrari with big ambitions for 2025, described the car as “not suited” to the Gilles Villeneuve circuit, highlighting its difficulties in slow corners: “You go into the corner and you wait, you wait… it doesn’t turn. It’s not suited to this circuit.” Despite qualifying well, with a fifth place that made him the best Ferrari driver for the second weekend in a row, the race was a disaster. His teammate Charles Leclerc fared no better, finishing fifth after a qualifying error that relegated him to eighth place.
Hamilton’s criticism wasn’t limited to the circuit. Speaking to reporters, he hinted that deeper problems were lurking behind the scenes: “There’s a lot going on behind the scenes. I wish I could explain it all, but I can’t.” These cryptic words suggest organizational tensions and a lack of responsiveness from Ferrari, despite its vast resources. Hamilton also expressed concern about the lack of updates to the SF-25: “I don’t know why we haven’t brought them, but I hope they’ll come soon.”
The Canadian weekend reflected Ferrari’s struggles this season. The team, whose fans had hoped for a revival with the arrival of Hamilton, appears far from the title fight. George Russell’s victory and Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s podium for Mercedes further widened the gap to rival teams. A frustrated Leclerc criticized the team’s strategy, calling “Plan B” a mistake: “My tires were good, why did we stop?”
Hamilton’s words are not just a criticism, but a warning. The British champion seems determined to lead an internal revolution: “My goal is to influence change for long-term success.” Already looking ahead to 2026, the year of the new engine regulations, Hamilton sees 2025 as a transition season. However, his impatience is evident, and Ferrari will have to show that it knows how to listen to its star driver to avoid further embarrassment.
The chaos in Canada, between disappointing performances and shocking revelations, has put Ferrari in the spotlight. Will the Scuderia be able to respond to the criticism and turn things around? Disappointed but hopeful fans await answers. Meanwhile, the Formula 1 circus prepares for the next chapter of this captivating saga.
