04/29/2025
Lewis Hamilton termed desperate by Helmut Marko after a torrid start to life at Ferrari
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has called Lewis Hamilton 'desperate' following the seven-time champion's challenging start at Ferrari in 2025. Hamilton, who joined the iconic team aiming for an eighth title, has struggled with the SF-25 car, scoring only 31 points in the first five races. His best grand prix result was fifth in Bahrain, with a sprint win in China as his only highlight. Marko, speaking to F1 Insider, suggested Hamilton is already eyeing Ferrari's 2026 car, hoping it suits his driving style better. The Briton has been outperformed by teammate Charles Leclerc, notably finishing over 30 seconds behind in Jeddah. Marko believes Hamilton's motivation could wane if Ferrari's car remains uncompetitive, raising questions about his future with the team.