May 3, 2025; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton (44) signals after finishing third during the F1 Miami Grand Prix Sprint Race at Miami International Autodrome. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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“Won More Than Any Other Driver”- Lewis Hamilton of Ferrari Reminds Himself Ahead of Imola GP!

Lewis Hamilton responds to his critics on his 2025 season.

The 2025 season is one for changes. The entire grid had been going through transition this year. The top teams went through a shuffle and Mclaren came out on top. Similarly, the driver’s championship was no longer the lonely story of Verstappen’s ruthless victories.

Lewis Hamilton and his shift to Ferrari is also one of the biggest narratives of this season. Hamilton chose to complete his final dance with Ferrari in hopes of winning an eighth championship title.

A confident Lewis despite a challenging start to life at Ferrari 🐎🔴 pic.twitter.com/W6PeQpfuvs
— Sky Sports F1 (@SkySportsF1) May 15, 2025

This move brought and end to one of the most dominant and successful run of a team-driver pairing in Formula 1. But, this legendary driver has found himself in a tight situation this year. Hamilton is not able to produce wins and podiums effortlessly in 2025 yet again.

It seems like his team has taken a step backward after an amazing campaign in 2025. The over the top yet serious performance issues at Ferrari are also taking a toll on Lewis Hamilton’s mind in 2025.

Lewis Hamilton Needs to Remind Himself of His Worth

With fame, comes criticism. Hamilton is one of the prime examples for the same. The seven-time champion is undoubtedly the best in the history of Formula 1. Even then, he has to go through harsh criticism from experts and F1 fans.

Hamilton has said he has to remind himself that he is a seven-time world champion pic.twitter.com/91BYhbt7bf
— ESPN F1 (@ESPNF1) May 16, 2025

Hamilton’s slow pace in his new Ferrari is not up to the mark. To make matters worse, Hamilton is constantly beat by his teammate Charles Leclerc. Charles Leclerc is utilising his previous experience at Ferrari and claiming better points for the Maranello Team. On Thursday’s media day, Hamilton revealed his personal struggles.

When asked about his take on criticism, Hamilton said-

“I find myself having to just remind myself: I have won seven world titles. I have won more than any other driver in history. I have to remind myself that I also have done great things.”

Lewis Hamilton is evidently struggling to find his speed at Ferrari. But, it is obvious that the people who have worked with him are confident about him. Sebastian Vettel, George Russell, Fred Vasseur are among the people who have been backing him up in 2025. His former team principal, Toto Wolff, also talked about his magical racing style recently.

There’s no doubt that Hamilton is still among the best on the grid. But, the constant nagging he has to face everytime he doesn’t perform might have been difficult for him.

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