Bernie Ecclestone Claims Lewis Hamilton's Title Chances Are Over
- Bernie Ecclestone doubts Lewis Hamilton's ability to win another world championship as he prepares to join Ferrari in 2025.
- Hamilton is struggling in the current F1 season, reflected in his seventh place in the drivers' championship.
- Ecclestone believes Ferrari will continue to support Charles Leclerc, making it difficult for Hamilton to succeed there.
Former Formula One chief Bernie Ecclestone has expressed doubts about Lewis Hamilton's chances of claiming another world championship as he prepares to leave Mercedes for Ferrari in 2025. Ecclestone's comments come amid concerns about Hamilton's performance, as he currently sits seventh in the drivers' championship. He suggested that the Ferrari team is likely to prioritize their support for Charles Leclerc, raising further questions about Hamilton's prospects in his new team. Although Hamilton has achieved significant success at Mercedes, culminating in six titles, the transition to Ferrari poses challenges and uncertainties about his future competitive edge. Ecclestone indicated that Hamilton's collaboration with Ferrari might not have been a mistake, but noted that Hamilton's best years could be behind him, leading him to consider a career shift if performance does not improve.