The narrative surrounding Lewis Hamilton’s performance in the 2025 Formula 1 season has taken a dramatic turn, revealing a startling truth that contradicts the claims of his resurgence after the summer break. As the dust settles on another thrilling season, the statistics paint a far bleaker picture for the seven-time world champion than many fans would like to believe.
Hamilton, in what was expected to be a triumphant collaboration with Ferrari, has instead struggled to find his footing. The anticipation of seeing the most successful driver in the sport’s history behind the wheel of the most storied team has not translated into the expected results. In a tense finale at Abu Dhabi, Hamilton barely clung to sixth place in the championship standings, narrowly fending off the challenge from Andrea Kimi Antonelli. This close call prevented what could have been the most disappointing season of his illustrious career, a stark contrast to his seventh-place finish in 2024 while driving for Mercedes.
There was a widespread belief that Hamilton had improved in the latter half of the season, but a closer examination of the facts reveals a disheartening reality. The statistics tell a different story, one that undermines the optimistic narrative. Hamilton faced a shocking three consecutive eliminations in Q1 during the last three qualifying sessions of the year, a clear indicator that things were not going well for the #44.
When looking at the points accrued since the summer break, the disparity is alarming. In the final ten races, Hamilton amassed a mere 47 points, which is nearly half of what his teammate, Charles Leclerc, achieved with an impressive 91 points. However, the comparison does not stop there. The most damning statistic comes from the performance of Carlos Sainz, who inherited Hamilton’s former seat at Williams. Sainz managed to collect 48 points from Zandvoort to Abu Dhabi, edging out Hamilton by a single point.
To further illustrate Hamilton’s decline, he ranked only eighth in points scored during the final ten races, a significant drop from his sixth place in the first 14 races. His average points per race plummeted dramatically from 7.79 to a mere 4.7, showcasing a downward trend that starkly contrasts with Leclerc’s steadier performance, who saw a minor decrease from 10.79 to 9.1 points per race.
In conclusion, the evidence is clear: Lewis Hamilton’s first season with Ferrari has not been marked by improvement but rather by a concerning decline. As the racing world reflects on a season filled with high hopes that ultimately fell flat, one thing remains undeniable: Hamilton will need to rally like never before if he hopes to reclaim his status among the elite in the upcoming season.
