Formula 1 legend Lewis Hamilton has finally spoken out about a bizarre and cryptic incident that left fans, commentators, and even his own Mercedes team puzzled during last weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix. In a shocking revelation made just minutes ago, Hamilton confirmed that an unexpected radio transmission from a Ferrari engineer triggered a moment of confusion and fury mid-race—causing him to drive “like a man possessed” around the narrow streets of Monte Carlo.

Now, the seven-time World Champion is pulling back the curtain on the strange message that nearly derailed his race—and why it might have been more than just a technical glitch.

A Radio Message That Made the World Pause

The incident occurred during lap 39 of the race, when Hamilton, who was running in P5 and battling Charles Leclerc for position, suddenly began posting aggressive lap times and making bold overtakes. At first, fans assumed it was a tactical decision from the Mercedes pit wall. But a confused radio transmission picked up by F1’s broadcast feed quickly raised eyebrows.

“Wait—did Ferrari just tell me to box?” Hamilton was heard asking, his voice a mix of disbelief and irritation. Moments later, he added, “What the hell is going on?”

The clip quickly went viral on social media, with millions of fans and pundits speculating whether it was a misrouted message, a Ferrari prank, or something more serious—perhaps even radio interference or an attempted breach of team protocols.

Hamilton Breaks the Silence

Speaking today at a press event ahead of the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix, Hamilton confirmed what many had suspected: he had indeed received a message during the Monaco race that appeared to come from a Ferrari engineer, instructing him to pit immediately due to a supposed tire issue.

“I heard the voice, and I knew instantly it wasn’t my engineer,” Hamilton said. “It sounded like one of the Ferrari guys. The message said, ‘Box now, tire issue—immediate risk.’ That’s not something you ignore at Monaco, especially when you’re on the edge of strategy.”

Hamilton admitted that the confusion made him “drive like crazy” out of pure frustration and adrenaline. “I thought, are they playing mind games? Is something wrong with the car that they know and I don’t? It completely threw me.”

Ferrari Responds

In a quick statement released shortly after Hamilton’s comments, Scuderia Ferrari denied any intentional involvement in the transmission.

“We are aware of reports suggesting a Ferrari engineer’s voice was heard on Mercedes’ radio channel during the Monaco GP. We are conducting an internal review, but at this time, we believe it may have been a case of signal cross-interference or frequency bleed, which can rarely occur in complex environments like Monaco,” the team said.

FIA Launches Investigation

The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has now launched a formal investigation into the incident to determine whether there was any breach of communication protocol, tampering, or unintentional signal overlap. According to FIA spokesperson Claire Dubois, “This is a very unusual case, and we are treating it with the utmost seriousness. Any compromise in radio integrity can have serious safety implications.”

F1 regulations strictly prohibit teams from communicating with drivers outside their own crew. If found guilty of deliberate interference, Ferrari—or any responsible party—could face heavy penalties, including fines or loss of constructor points.

A Race Reignited

For Hamilton, the incident may have caused confusion—but it also fueled one of the most electric performances of the 2025 season. After the message, Hamilton surged past Leclerc and closed the gap on Carlos Sainz in P3 before narrowly missing the podium in a nail-biting finish.

“I just channeled the chaos,” Hamilton said. “Once I realized my car was fine, I used the anger and uncertainty to push harder than I have in a long time. Monaco’s tight, but I wasn’t going to let that message mess with my head.”

A Turning Point?

With Mercedes struggling in the early part of the season and Ferrari showing newfound pace, tensions between the two iconic teams are rising again. This radio incident has added yet another layer of drama to one of F1’s most intense rivalries.

Hamilton, who has hinted that 2025 may be his final season, seemed unfazed by the drama. “This is F1—mind games, mystery, adrenaline. I’ve seen it all. But this one… this was next level.”

Conclusion

Whether it was a technical accident or something more deliberate, the mysterious Ferrari engineer message has become one of the defining stories of the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix. With investigations underway and teams tightening security around communication protocols, this bizarre moment may lead to permanent changes in how F1 teams interact during races.

One thing is certain: Lewis Hamilton may not have won in Monaco—but he once again proved why he’s one of the most resilient, sharpest minds in motorsport.