{"id":160119,"date":"2025-08-02T22:39:33","date_gmt":"2025-08-02T22:39:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/f1-lewis-hamilton-im-completely-useless-maybe-ferrari-needs-to-change-drivers\/"},"modified":"2025-08-02T22:39:33","modified_gmt":"2025-08-02T22:39:33","slug":"f1-lewis-hamilton-im-completely-useless-maybe-ferrari-needs-to-change-drivers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/f1-lewis-hamilton-im-completely-useless-maybe-ferrari-needs-to-change-drivers\/","title":{"rendered":"F1: Lewis Hamilton: &#8220;I&#8217;m completely useless. Maybe Ferrari needs to change drivers.&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div data-section=\"articleBody\">\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph\"><strong>Lewis Hamilton<\/strong> has described himself as a &#8220;complete useless&#8221; after securing the twelfth position on the grid at the Hungarian Grand Prix, where his teammate<strong> Charles Leclerc<\/strong> produced a stunning performance to grab pole position. This marked yet another setback in Hamilton&#8217;s debut season with Scuderia Ferrari, as he found himself outside of Q3 for the second consecutive week.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph\">Hamilton commented, &#8220;The team has no problem. You\u2019ve seen the car on pole. So they probably need to change drivers.&#8221; This statement underscores his frustration, especially given the contrasting performance of Leclerc, who has been proving his worth on the track.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph\">After being eliminated in the second qualifying round, Hamilton expressed his dissatisfaction through radio communications with the team, cryptically stating, &#8220;Every time, every time.&#8221; He later clarified in an interview with Sky F1, revealing that he was referring to himself, suggesting it was always his own performance holding him back. Hamilton did not shy away from self-critique; speaking to F1 TV, he bluntly noted, &#8220;I drove badly, it is what it is.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"ue-c-article__subheadline\">Reactions from Spa<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph\">The situation could have been even worse for the Stevenage-born driver. He managed to move up one place after the lap time of <strong>Andrea Kimi Antonelli<\/strong> was annulled due to exceeding track limits, as per regulations enforced by the race stewards. This twist of fate did little to assuage the disappointment Hamilton has been feeling over recent weeks.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph\">This is the second consecutive week Hamilton has faced frustration with his qualifying performances. Last Friday, during the sprint qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix, he dropped to the eighteenth position. The following day, another of his times was voided, leading him to secure just sixteenth on the grid. Despite this, he showed resilience in the race, ultimately finishing seventh.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph\">Hamilton recently discussed the &#8220;crucial moment&#8221; he finds himself in, highlighting ongoing discussions with Ferrari executives to address performance issues and seek a more substantial role in the development of their car for the 2026 World Championship. This transparency indicates his commitment to improving not just his own performances, but also contributing effectively to the capabilities of Ferrari.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph\">Currently, Hamilton holds the sixth position in the championship standings, with 109 points. This places him 30 points behind Leclerc, who has impressively achieved five podium finishes this season. The Monegasque driver is aiming for his ninth career victory in Formula 1 this Sunday, hoping to secure the first win for Scuderia Ferrari since the Mexican Grand Prix on October 27, 2024.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph\">The contrasting narratives of Hamilton and Leclerc reflect the competitive dynamics within the team. While Leclerc continues to excel, Hamilton&#8217;s struggle has not only put pressure on him but also raised questions about team dynamics and future strategies.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"ue-c-article__subheadline\">The Pursuit of Excellence<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph\">As one of the most decorated drivers in Formula 1 history, Hamilton recognizes the value of adaptability and continuous improvement. His willingness to hold himself accountable is a hallmark of true champions. This mentality will serve him well as he copes with the intense pressure of the Formula 1 environment.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph\">Looking ahead, both Hamilton and Ferrari will undoubtedly be keen to implement changes that yield better results. The synergy between driver and team is vital in motorsport, and navigating these challenges will require open communication and strategic foresight.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph\">In conclusion, Hamilton\u2019s candid remarks and ongoing struggles reveal the intense pressure Formula 1 drivers face, especially when transitioning into a new team. His journey with Ferrari will be watched closely not just for its results, but for the lessons in leadership, resilience, and performance that it exemplifies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"ue-c-article__bar-footer\">\n<p><span>Actualizado <\/span><time datetime=\"2025-08-02T22:26:41Z\"> Domingo, 3 agosto 2025 &#8211; <span>00:26<\/span><\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News &#8211; 2<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lewis Hamilton has described himself as a &#8220;complete useless&#8221; after securing the twelfth position on the grid at the Hungarian Grand Prix, where his teammate Charles Leclerc produced a stunning performance to grab pole position. This marked yet another setback in Hamilton&#8217;s debut season with Scuderia Ferrari, as he found himself outside of Q3 for [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[36710,39925,36958],"class_list":["post-160119","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-general","tag-deportes","tag-deportes-formula-1","tag-formula-1"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/160119","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=160119"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/160119\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=160119"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=160119"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=160119"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}