Lewis Hamilton Breaks Silence After Chinese GP Disqualification as FIA Responds to Ferrari Controversy
Lewis Hamilton has finally spoken out after his dramatic disqualification from the Chinese Grand Prix, a decision that also saw Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc removed from the final race results. The FIA has now taken swift action following the controversy, which marked one of the most shocking post-race decisions in recent F1 history.
Hamilton Responds to Disqualification
Initially finishing sixth at the Shanghai International Circuit, Hamilton was later disqualified when post-race inspections found the skid-block on his SF-25 to be 0.4-0.5mm too short. This meant he lost both his race position and the fastest lap he had set during the event.
Reacting to the FIA’s ruling, Hamilton admitted his disappointment but remained composed:
“Rules are rules, and we have to respect them. It’s frustrating, of course, but we move forward. The team and I will analyze everything to ensure we’re within the limits next time,” Hamilton stated.
Ferrari’s Double Disqualification Shocks the Paddock
Hamilton’s misfortune was compounded by Ferrari’s disaster, as Charles Leclerc was also disqualified for failing to meet the legal minimum weight of 800 kg. This marks the first time in Ferrari’s F1 history that both of their cars have been disqualified from a Grand Prix, adding to the controversy surrounding the event.
FIA officials defended their decision, emphasizing that the integrity of the sport must be maintained. A spokesperson from the FIA explained:
“The regulations are clear, and all teams are aware of the strict technical compliance required. While these outcomes are unfortunate, our duty is to enforce the rules consistently and fairly across the grid.”
FIA’s Immediate Action
In response to the backlash, the FIA has announced an immediate review of its post-race technical inspection procedures. While the governing body maintains that the current checks are thorough, they acknowledged the need for more transparency in how decisions are communicated.
With Ferrari reeling from the consequences and Hamilton losing a chance to break the all-time fastest lap record, the 2025 season is already proving to be filled with drama. All eyes will now be on the upcoming races to see how teams react to the FIA’s crackdown on technical regulations.