Imola marks Lewis Hamilton’s first residence Grand Prix since becoming a member of Ferrari. Whereas he was beforehand seen as an “outsider” on the Italian circuit, he’s now warmly welcomed by the Ferrari followers. Making the most of his arrival in purple, the Sky Sport Italia staff questioned the Briton on a number of subjects, together with the way forward for Method 1.
2025 would be the last 12 months of the rules launched in 2022. It’s additionally the cycle that noticed the decline of Mercedes and Lewis Hamilton, with Purple Bull and Max Verstappen “taking the crown.” This, earlier than handing over to McLaren, who after the 2024 Constructors’ title, now appear destined for full dominance this season.
2026, alternatively, will probably be a 12 months filled with unknowns; the automobiles will probably be considerably redesigned, changing into smaller however probably slower. Not solely that, it’s additionally the 12 months when Adrian Newey’s affect on Aston Martin is anticipated to change into evident, probably including one other prime staff to the combination.
And let’s not neglect the entry of the eleventh staff, Cadillac. Briefly, as with all correct regulation change, subsequent season will probably be a contemporary begin for everybody.
“This isn’t the appropriate route”With time out there to talk with Lewis Hamilton, the Sky Sport Italia staff requested the Briton what he considered the route Method 1 is taking. “I don’t assume the route that’s been taken is the appropriate one,” he revealed – “The automobiles have gotten heavier, although subsequent 12 months they could get a bit lighter. The present ones are the heaviest we’ve ever raced.”
One other ingredient the Ferrari driver misses dearly is the long-lasting sound of the automobiles, which has now been misplaced. “The noise meant every thing to me. As a child, it was the sound that made me fall in love with Method 1. Now it’s utterly gone. I perceive the significance of sustainability and the appropriate route for the world, nevertheless it’s not the identical anymore.”
Lewis Hamilton additionally spoke in regards to the upcoming modifications to the DRS system beginning subsequent 12 months. “The entrance and rear DRS is fascinating. Perhaps it’ll be nice, but when it doesn’t work, we’ll have to start out from scratch and discover a new route.”
Might 17, 2025
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