In a jaw-dropping revelation that has sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 world, Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has finally broken his silence about the mysterious issues plaguing the SF-25 — the car meant to propel Lewis Hamilton to his long-awaited eighth world championship. After months of fan speculation, pit lane rumors, and on-track frustration, Vasseur has admitted that critical design flaws were hidden deep within the 2025 Ferrari challenger, potentially derailing Hamilton’s dream season.
Since the beginning of the 2025 campaign, Hamilton has struggled to find competitive pace in the SF-25, consistently finishing outside podium contention. Despite promises of parity with teammate Charles Leclerc, Hamilton has repeatedly voiced concern about the car’s unpredictability, lack of downforce, and inconsistency in tire performance — problems Ferrari had largely dismissed in public.
But now, the truth is out.
In a press conference ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, Vasseur confirmed that internal investigations revealed an aerodynamic imbalance and flawed floor flex in the SF-25 — issues that were initially undetected in simulations and wind tunnel tests. These flaws severely impacted Hamilton’s driving style, especially in high-speed corners where he traditionally excels.
“We discovered a fundamental problem in how the airflow interacts with the floor under race conditions,” Vasseur stated. “It’s something we didn’t fully understand until we compared telemetry from both drivers over several races. Unfortunately, it’s had a larger impact on Lewis’s car setup than we anticipated.”
Fans are now questioning whether Ferrari’s top engineers and strategists intentionally downplayed the issue to protect internal politics or shield their preferred driver. The bombshell has only fueled theories that Hamilton’s side of the garage has been disadvantaged in development priority — though Vasseur denies any sabotage.
“There’s no favoritism here,” he said. “But we acknowledge that Lewis has not had the tools he needs to fight at the front. We take full responsibility.”
Social media erupted following Vasseur’s comments, with fans expressing a mix of outrage and vindication. Many believe Hamilton’s lackluster results now have a clear explanation, and pressure is mounting on Ferrari to deliver immediate upgrades and re-balance team dynamics.
The big question now: Can Ferrari recover fast enough to salvage Hamilton’s season — or has the damage already been done?
As the paddock braces for more revelations, one thing is certain: the 2025 F1 season has become a battlefield of secrets, setbacks, and now, long-overdue truths.
