Ferrari drivers criticized for dissatisfaction during race

Ferrari's opening race of the 2025 Formula 1 season did not go well. Both Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc finished outside the top spots at the Australian Grand Prix, coming in P10 and P8 respectively. The race was challenging due to rain, and both drivers expressed frustration with their cars. Former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher criticized Hamilton and Leclerc's attitudes during the race. He suggested that Ferrari's team boss, Fred Vasseur, should reprimand both drivers for their behavior on the radio. Schumacher noted that both Hamilton and Leclerc were difficult, with Hamilton using harsh language and Leclerc making sarcastic comments to his race engineer. Hamilton defended his communication style, stating he was simply trying to focus on the race. He acknowledged the pressure he was under but insisted he remained respectful with his engineer, Riccardo Adami. He compared his communication with that of other drivers, suggesting that media coverage unfairly highlighted his situation. Hamilton also pointed out that similar exchanges with other drivers, like Max Verstappen, often go unnoticed. He emphasized that he and his engineer are still building their relationship and that their conversations are aimed at improving teamwork. Hamilton concluded that there are no lingering issues, and they will move forward positively.