"How is Charles Leclerc dealing with what feels like an extended coronation of Lewis Hamilton as king of Maranello, of Ferrari?"

Lewis Hamilton has given a definitive verdict on his new Ferrari car ahead of the Formula 1 season opener at the Australian Grand Prix. The 40-year-old was announced to be racing for the Italian team in February 2024, and officially joined the Prancing Horse earlier this year.

Mario Andretti has given Lewis Hamilton an Italian twang with a new nickname following his move to Ferrari. The seven-time world champion will drive alongside Charles Leclerc in Formula One next season. Hamilton has talked of being revitalised by his switch from Ferrari. The 40-year-old will battle for a record eighth world title this year.

Red Bull insider exposes data showing Lewis Hamilton trailing Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc. Can the F1 legend overcome early struggles and reignite his title bid?

Red Bull adviser Helmut Marko has claimed that Charles Leclerc was “much faster” than Ferrari team-mate Lewis Hamilton in F1 2025 pre-season testing in Bahrain. And he believes Hamilton’s motivation could suffer if he sees “no chance of winning” this season.