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Schumacher: Hamilton Needs More Restraint on Ferrari
30 Aug
Summary
- Ralf Schumacher advised Lewis Hamilton to temper public criticism of Ferrari.
- Hamilton expressed frustration with Ferrari's strategy at the Dutch Grand Prix.
- Guenther Steiner believes Hamilton's outbursts hurt his standing with the team.
Former Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher has advised Lewis Hamilton to show greater restraint when publicly criticizing Ferrari. Hamilton displayed considerable frustration via team radio during the recent Dutch Grand Prix, unhappy with strategy calls and his position relative to teammate Charles Leclerc. Schumacher suggested that Hamilton, at his age and stature, should manage these emotions more discreetly, particularly given the team's support during the 2025 season.
Former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner echoed similar sentiments, noting that Hamilton's outbursts on the radio were counterproductive. Steiner posited that such public criticism could make Ferrari's management perceive Hamilton as overly self-interested rather than team-focused. He contrasted this with smoother strategic execution at Mercedes, implying better pre-race communication within that team.
