The seven-time world champion’s confidence - particularly in qualifying - was knocked during his final year with the Silver Arrows. Hamilton out-qualified George Russell just five times in 24 Grands Prix, leading to a series of interviews throughout the season in which the 39-year-old lambasted his lack of speed on Saturdays.

According to Sky Germany commentator Sascha Roos, the Scuderia should have retained Sainz, the F1 pundit claiming Ferrari may regret signing Hamilton. "It was Sainz's best season

Ralf Schumacher fears there is a “danger” that Lewis Hamilton will not see out his Ferrari contract following his move from Mercedes for the F1 2025 season. And he reckons the seven-time World Champion will not hesitate to retire if he feels he is no longer capable of competing at the top.