In a shocking turn of events after the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton appears to have “given up” on Ferrari ever finding its way back to championship glory. The seven-time world champion, though still under contract with Mercedes, has been rumored for months to be eyeing a future with the Italian powerhouse. However, his recent remarks suggest that hope may be fading fast. Meanwhile, former F1 driver and Sky Sports pundit Martin Brundle didn’t hold back, delivering a brutally honest assessment of Ferrari’s latest misfire.

Hamilton’s Hope for Ferrari Dies in the Desert

For years, Lewis Hamilton has expressed admiration for Ferrari. The allure of the iconic red team, steeped in motorsport history, has tempted many greats, and fans have long speculated about Hamilton finishing his career with the Prancing Horse. But after watching yet another dismal performance from Ferrari in Jeddah, Hamilton’s comments revealed a tone of disillusionment.

“It’s frustrating. Year after year, we keep saying Ferrari has the potential, but nothing changes,” Hamilton said post-race. “At some point, potential needs to turn into results — and they’re just not there.”

His words sparked widespread debate about whether this was the clearest signal yet that Hamilton has lost faith in ever donning Ferrari red — despite the romance of such a move.

Martin Brundle: “Ferrari Has Lost Its Way”

If Hamilton’s remarks were a jab, Martin Brundle’s were a knockout punch.

“Ferrari is not just off the pace — they look directionless,” Brundle stated during his post-race analysis. “This isn’t just a bad weekend. It’s a pattern, a culture problem.”

Brundle, who raced in F1 during the ’80s and ’90s and now serves as one of the sport’s most respected voices, took aim at both the strategic errors and the lack of progress in the car’s performance.

“Every other top team has evolved. Ferrari has revolved — around the same mistakes.”

Brundle’s criticism landed hard with fans and pundits alike. Many feel it mirrors the frustrations of Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz, who continue to voice concern about missed opportunities and poor strategic decisions.

The Jeddah Disaster: A Familiar Story

Ferrari entered the 2024 season with hopes of closing the gap to Red Bull and Mercedes. But the Saudi Arabian GP saw them trailing in both qualifying and race pace. Pit stop confusion, tire degradation, and inconsistent team radio messages painted a picture all too familiar to fans: a team full of promise, underdelivering when it matters.

Charles Leclerc finished outside the podium once again, visibly frustrated, while Carlos Sainz struggled with tire management. The team’s strategy calls were second-guessed across the board.

Can Ferrari Recover?

Ferrari’s woes are no longer a one-off. Since their last championship in 2007, the team has cycled through drivers, team principals, and technical directors with little consistency or success. With 2024 already slipping away, pressure is mounting on current leadership to deliver or face major changes.

Hamilton and Brundle’s comments are more than just opinions — they are warnings. F1 is evolving rapidly, and Ferrari risks being left behind if they don’t address deep-rooted issues.

What’s Next?

The Australian Grand Prix is just around the corner, and all eyes will be on how Ferrari responds. Can they silence critics and reignite belief? Or will another underwhelming performance solidify the narrative that even legends like Hamilton have lost faith?

One thing is certain: in the world of Formula 1, legacy means little without results — and Ferrari’s clock is ticking.