Lewis Hamilton’s decision to abandon the Ferrari simulator ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix underscores his frustration with the team’s performance and preparation. He believes Ferrari is losing three to four tenths in straight-line speed compared to competitors.
Hamilton’s experience during the recent Miami Grand Prix exemplifies this discontent. He finished seventh after a collision but improved to sixth following Charles Leclerc’s post-race penalty. Hamilton described the Miami weekend as frustrating, which likely contributed to his choice regarding the simulator.
Key facts from recent events:
- Ferrari delivered 11 upgrades for the Miami Grand Prix.
- Hamilton claims Mercedes, McLaren, and Red Bull are implementing different front wing designs than Ferrari.
- Hamilton has won the Canadian Grand Prix a record-equalling seven times.
In light of these challenges, Hamilton stated, “I’m going to have a different approach in the next race.” He emphasized that current preparations are not yielding beneficial results for Ferrari, indicating a need for change.
As he prepares for Canada, Hamilton aims to enhance Ferrari’s overall performance. His insights could be crucial as teams continue adapting to evolving F1 regulations and technology.
