Tensions are rising behind the scenes at Ferrari as Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc struggle to find common ground in their first season as teammates. Despite the fanfare surrounding Hamilton’s high-profile move, the partnership is showing signs of strain just a few races into the 2025 Formula 1 season.
Recent reports indicate that Leclerc has openly rejected technical directives influenced by Hamilton, opting instead to push for his own development path for the SF-25 car. The Monegasque driver reportedly told Ferrari’s leadership, “I’m going to follow my own way,” signaling a significant internal rift as both drivers vie for influence over the team’s direction
On track, the situation hasn’t improved. Both Hamilton and Leclerc were disqualified from the Chinese Grand Prix due to separate technical infringements-Leclerc’s car was underweight, while Hamilton’s failed a rear skid thickness check The Miami Grand Prix only intensified the spotlight, with Hamilton voicing frustration over Ferrari’s race strategy and Leclerc left baffled by the car’s unpredictable handling
Despite their differences, Leclerc has admitted to being “surprised” by the similarities in their driving styles, calling it a positive for Ferrari’s future However, with communication issues and strategic confusion mounting, Ferrari faces a critical challenge: uniting two superstars before internal discord derails their championship hopes.
