The former star of Indycar and Nascar, who became a F1 pilot, Danica Patrick, would have caused a great debate within the Formula 1 community with a daring interview, scored by a controversial comment on the dynamic among the current Ferrari pilots, Lewis Hamilton (which is in her last season with the stable) and Charles Leclerc. Patrick’s words go beyond a simple analysis of the stable dynamics: some interpretations suggest that he hinted that the new Hamilton could, inadvertently, the current Ferrari efforts of “sabotage.”

Although the context of Patrick’s interview and the exact formulation of his comment are subject to interpretation, some sources suggest that he referred to the potentially destabilizing effect that the imminent arrival of Hamilton in 2026 could have in the current Ferrari team. Given the recent radio communication problems and apparent tensions between Hamilton and Leclerc, Patrick’s comments could be interpreted as suggesting that the possibility of such an important pilot change affects concentration and unity within Ferrari.

Patrick, known for his free opinions, may have highlighted a scenario in which the current strategies of the team and the priorities of the pilots are influenced, consciously or unconsciously, by the arrival of Hamilton. This could manifest in a subtle way, affecting the decisions of the team, the allocation of resources and even the psychological dynamics between Leclerc and the team, with a world champion of seven times in sight. The idea that a future pilot could indirectly affect the current performance of a team is provocative.

The reactions to Patrick’s words were mixed and passionate. Some fans and experts have shared their point of view, pointing out visible frictions and recent problems within the team as so many potential signs of a disturbed internal climate. Others criticized their comments, calling them speculative and potentially fires, arguing that it was unfair to suggest that Hamilton, which is not even officially part of the team, Sabotus in one way or another the current season. Whatever the interpretation, Patrick’s daring interview has undoubtedly added an additional layer of intrigue to the already complex story surrounding Ferrari and the imminent arrival of Lewis Hamilton.