In a surprising twist ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix, seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton made headlines after revealing a shocking detail about Ferrari race engineer Riccardo Adami — a revelation that has reportedly left the Maranello-based team stunned and scrambling for answers.
During a media interview in Barcelona, Hamilton was asked about his thoughts on Ferrari’s internal operations as he prepares for his much-anticipated move to the Scuderia in 2025. In an unexpected response, he brought up Riccardo Adami — the long-time race engineer for Carlos Sainz — praising his deep technical knowledge, but also pointing out a “communication inconsistency” that could be hampering Ferrari’s race strategy execution.
“I’ve looked closely at how things are managed over there, and Riccardo is brilliant,” Hamilton said. “But sometimes, key decisions seem to be lost in translation between the pit wall and the driver. That’s something I hope we can change.”
This comment instantly set social media ablaze and sparked a wave of speculation about Ferrari’s internal dynamics. While Hamilton’s words were not a direct criticism, many interpreted them as a subtle jab at how Ferrari handles race-day communication — an area where the team has faced repeated criticism in recent years.
Insiders within Ferrari were reportedly taken aback by the timing and nature of Hamilton’s remarks. One anonymous source claimed, “It’s unusual for a future driver to speak so openly about technical staff before even joining the team. This puts added pressure on Adami and the whole engineering crew ahead of a crucial race weekend.”
Riccardo Adami, known for his calm demeanor and precise data-driven approach, has yet to publicly respond. Carlos Sainz, however, defended his engineer, saying, “Riccardo and I have built strong trust. Our results speak for themselves, and I stand by the work we’ve done together.”
Hamilton’s comments are being seen as both a critique and a call for improvement — a message to Ferrari that changes are needed if the team is serious about returning to championship-winning form. As the Spanish Grand Prix draws near, all eyes are now on Ferrari’s pit wall. Will this revelation spark internal reform or create tension within the team?
