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The question of whether Ferrari can deliver a championship car for Lewis Hamilton in 2025 is one of the most exciting topics in Formula 1. With Hamilton joining Ferrari alongside Charles Leclerc, expectations are high, especially as the team prepares to celebrate its 75th anniversary with a completely revamped car.
Ferrari’s 2024 season showed promise, with several race wins, but their inability to secure the Constructors’ Championship was a major disappointment. The team, led by Fred Vasseur, aims to correct the “chronic shortcoming” in their cornering performance—a problem that has plagued them for years, particularly in medium and high-speed corners. This issue, compounded by mistakes like the ones made during the Spanish Grand Prix updates, has been a focal point for improvement [oai_citation:1,Ferrari Gearing up for 2025 Season with Hamilton and Radical Changes – Grandprixnews.com](https://www.grandprixnews.com/news/ferrari-gears-up-for-2025-f1-season-with-revolutionary-car-and-star-addition-lewis-hamilton/) [oai_citation:2,Ferrari now aiming to fix ‘chronic shortcoming’ with their 2025 F1 car ahead of Lewis Hamilton’s debut](https://www.f1oversteer.com/news/ferrari-now-aiming-to-fix-chronic-shortcoming-with-their-2025-f1-car-ahead-of-lewis-hamiltons-debut/).
Hamilton’s arrival adds a new layer of pressure and opportunity. Known for his racecraft, especially in difficult conditions, Hamilton is well-placed to help Ferrari overcome these challenges. His expertise in handling tricky setups—like those at Mercedes—could align well with Ferrari’s ambitions to improve stability through corners [oai_citation:3,Ferrari now aiming to fix ‘chronic shortcoming’ with their 2025 F1 car ahead of Lewis Hamilton’s debut](https://www.f1oversteer.com/news/ferrari-now-aiming-to-fix-chronic-shortcoming-with-their-2025-f1-car-ahead-of-lewis-hamiltons-debut/). Additionally, Ferrari’s focus on improving car balance and aerodynamics should ideally suit Hamilton’s driving style, which tends to excel during long races rather than one-lap qualifying [oai_citation:4,Ferrari now aiming to fix ‘chronic shortcoming’ with their 2025 F1 car ahead of Lewis Hamilton’s debut](https://www.f1oversteer.com/news/ferrari-now-aiming-to-fix-chronic-shortcoming-with-their-2025-f1-car-ahead-of-lewis-hamiltons-debut/).
If Ferrari successfully addresses these issues, the combination of a more competitive car and Hamilton’s experience could make them serious contenders for both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ titles. However, the team’s success will hinge on their ability to develop a car that handles consistently across all race conditions, especially as the competition, particularly from McLaren, is fierce [oai_citation:5,Ferrari Gearing up for 2025 Season with Hamilton and Radical Changes – Grandprixnews.com](https://www.grandprixnews.com/news/ferrari-gears-up-for-2025-f1-season-with-revolutionary-car-and-star-addition-lewis-hamilton/). The 2025 season will likely be a defining moment for Ferrari—whether they can truly rise to the challenge and give Hamilton a car capable of winning a historic championship remains to be seen.