Lewis Hamilton’s message to Ferrari is clear: back me or wave goodbye to F1 title dream
Hamilton delicately voiced his frustration at another missed opportunity in Zandvoort on Sunday and, as he fails to make inroads into Kimi Antonelli’s lead, it’s time for the Scuderia to throw all their weight behind their star driver
Ferrari has a clear message for Lewis Hamilton: either support him or face the prospect of him leaving F1 in pursuit of the championship title. The British driver finished fourth at the Dutch Grand Prix, falling just short of a podium finish after being held up behind his teammate, George Russell. Hamilton's frustration was palpable, as he lamented the deficit he faced in the early stages of the race due to his car's reduced pace on the straights.
He expressed his desire to lead the team to victory, knowing that every point counts in the championship battle. Ferrari's recent performance has been lackluster, with their main rival, McLaren, making a strong comeback. With Kimi Antónsson leading the pack, Hamilton is now 59 points behind his rival. The upcoming race at the home Grand Prix of Monza presents an opportunity for Ferrari to turn things around and give Hamilton a fighting chance at the title.
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