Ferrari’s 2025 Dutch Grand Prix weekend began on the wrong foot as Charles Leclerc expressed frustration over the radio during Free Practice 1 at Zandvoort. The Monegasque driver finished only P14, more than 1.6 seconds behind session leader Lando Norris, while Lewis Hamilton ended up P15.
Ferrari’s Struggles in FP1
Ferrari’s lack of pace was evident, with midfield teams like Alpine, Sauber, Racing Bulls, Aston Martin, and Williams finishing ahead of Leclerc and Hamilton. On a high-downforce circuit that punishes inefficiency, the SF-25 looked uncompetitive right from the start.
Leclerc’s Frustrated Radio
During the 60-minute session, Leclerc summed up the situation bluntly:
“We are miles off. Like, miles off.”
His words highlight Ferrari’s ongoing struggles with consistency—fast on certain weekends, but well off the pace on others.
From Pole Position to Midfield Battles
Before the summer break, Leclerc delivered a sensational pole position in Belgium, raising hopes of a Ferrari resurgence. But reliability and race-day issues denied him a podium. At Zandvoort, optimism has quickly given way to damage control as Ferrari braces for a midfield fight.
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What’s Next for Ferrari?
Unless Ferrari finds overnight improvements, the Dutch GP could turn into another lost weekend. With rivals McLaren and Red Bull stretching their advantage, Ferrari risks slipping further behind in the Constructors’ standings.
