F1 Fans Label Lewis Hamilton the Biggest Disappointment of the S…read more
Lewis Hamilton has received a harsh verdict from Formula 1 fans, who have named him the most disappointing figure of the 2025 season so far. In a recent poll conducted by RacingNews365, Hamilton topped the list of “negative surprises,” securing the largest share of the votes despite not receiving an outright majority.
The seven-time world champion, now racing for Ferrari after his high-profile move from Mercedes, has endured a challenging start to the season. Although there was a brief moment of triumph with a sprint race win in China, Hamilton’s overall performance has been underwhelming, particularly during the early-season triple-header across Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Japan.
In Jeddah, Hamilton finished a worrying 31 seconds behind his team-mate Charles Leclerc, a result that left him visibly frustrated and confused. He admitted to struggling with the SF-25’s setup, saying he was unsure where the car’s pace had gone. These kinds of performances have raised eyebrows among fans and experts, especially given the excitement surrounding his switch to Ferrari — a move many believed would reignite his title hopes.
The poll was arranged alphabetically, with drivers listed before teams. Despite this neutral presentation, Hamilton still received 31.80% of the votes — the highest percentage among all listed options. This means that while he didn’t secure over 50% of the vote, he still came out on top as the most selected choice for the season’s biggest letdown.
Coming in second was Liam Lawson, who drew 19.34% of the vote. The young New Zealander had a brief stint with Red Bull but was dropped after just two races, sparking controversy over whether he was given a fair chance. Many fans felt he showed potential that wasn’t fully explored.
Red Bull Racing itself ranked third, receiving 16.61% of the votes. Despite its dominant reputation, the team has faced criticism this season over internal dynamics and inconsistent decision-making. Some fans have been unimpressed with how the team has handled driver roles and off-track controversies.
Hamilton’s slow start has also brought renewed attention to Ferrari’s ongoing performance issues. While Leclerc has been able to squeeze more pace out of the car, the SF-25 still lacks the consistency and competitiveness needed to take the fight to Red Bull and McLaren. Ferrari’s technical and strategic shortcomings continue to be a point of concern.
The British driver, known for his resilience, will no doubt be working hard with his engineers to find solutions. But for now, fans appear unimpressed with how his much-anticipated Ferrari chapter has unfolded. As the season continues, both Hamilton and the Scuderia will need to step up their game to silence growing doubts and make their partnership a success.
