Overview

• During the Miami Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton issued sarcastic and critical radio messages directed at Ferrari’s pitwall while being held behind teammate Charles Leclerc.
• Hamilton later downplayed his remarks, describing them as sarcastic and attributing them to the heat of competition.
• Former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher publicly criticized Hamilton’s conduct, suggesting his age and experience should have led to a more measured response.
• Schumacher warned that Hamilton’s actions could damage his relationship with Ferrari and confirmed that internal discussions are expected to address the matter.
• Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur faces mounting pressure to manage the team’s internal dynamics as well as performance improvements ahead of the Imola Grand Prix.