Maranello – August 2025.  A leaden silence has fallen over team principal Frederic Vasseur’s office, while rumors are spreading at record speed through the corridors of Ferrari’s Gestione Sportiva. Lewis Hamilton’s disappointing performances in the second half of the season have ignited a fire that Vasseur is now struggling to contain: within the team, more and more engineers and senior members are pushing for the seven-time world champion’s dismissal.

Tensions reached a fever pitch during an extraordinary closed-door meeting held last Thursday in Maranello, which—according to sources close to the team—was attended not only by the technical leadership but also by members of the Ferrari SpA Board of Directors. It was precisely at that meeting that an unexpected name emerged. A name no one expected, but one that suddenly reshuffled the deck and sparked renewed speculation about the Scuderia’s future.

The end of an illusion?

Hamilton had been hailed as the savior, the seasoned champion who was supposed to bring   Ferrari back  to glory after years of frustration. But the reality proved to be quite different. Despite a promising start to the season, his performances gradually declined, culminating in strategic errors, a failure to qualify for Q3, and an increasingly tense relationship with Charles Leclerc, who—despite his ups and downs—continues to be the guiding light for Ferrari fans.

The dissatisfaction is now palpable. Some insiders are openly speaking of a “breakdown in the internal system,” with Hamilton accused of introducing working methods incompatible with Ferrari culture. Others point to the evident lack of synergy between the Briton and the Italian engineers.

And Vasseur? The team principal, who had pushed hard for Hamilton’s arrival, now finds himself under pressure. His choice is now seen by some team members as a strategic mistake that could prove costly, not only in sporting terms but also politically.

The name that changes everything

According to leaks to the press,  Carlos Sainz ‘s name was mentioned during the secret meeting . Yes, that’s right. The Spanish driver, let go at the end of 2024 to make way for Hamilton, is now re-emerging as a viable option for the future of the Reds.

Sainz, currently a key player with Audi Formula Racing, is reportedly seriously considering a return to Maranello, where he left a good impression and numerous allies. The news has already sparked a stir on social media, where fans are divided: on one side, those who want to continue to trust Hamilton, on the other, those who see Sainz as the right man to restore balance and consistency.

But that’s not all. Some sources also speak of exploratory contacts with a young talent currently competing in F2, whose name remains top secret. Ferrari, therefore, isn’t ruling out a complete overhaul, starting in 2026.

Maranello in silence

To date, no official statement has been released by either Vasseur or Hamilton. But the silence of the team principal—usually quick to defend his men—has become more eloquent than a thousand words.

The media and political protection Hamilton enjoyed now seems to have vanished. The next Grands Prix will be crucial: either a strong signal is sent on track, or the Hamilton era at Ferrari could end sooner than expected, amid regrets, accusations, and an ever-lengthening shadow called Carlos.