11/05/2025 07:25
Four-time F1 champion Sebastian Vettel has backed Lewis Hamilton to
succeed at Ferrari following his difficult start at the Italian
squad. Hamilton has tasted some success at the opening six rounds
as he emerged victorious in the China sprint race before finishing
in the top three in the Miami sprint outing. However, qualifying
and grand prix pace have been a struggle for the 40-year-old at his
new team. Vettel was once a core member of Ferrari's set-up as he
raced for the squad from 2015 until the end of 2020. Although it
has gone through various changes since his departure, Vettel
understands the challenges that come with adapting to the Ferrari
lifestyle. "I don't know everyone there anymore, so I don't have
complete insight," Vettel told Kronen Zeitung . "But it's obviously
a big change – certainly for him [Hamilton] too. Ferrari has its
own rules, and the culture in this team is different." As Hamilton
continues to work to get comfortable within the team, Vettel, who
contested against the Briton in several F1 title fights, has backed
him to succeed. "I know they're doing everything they can to make
this transition easier for him and ensure his success," Vettel
added. "And if anyone can do it, it's Lewis. There's no doubt about
his abilities."
