Lewis Hamilton, the GOAT himself, is the talk of the town once again. The seven-time world champion is having a nightmare season with Ferrari, and this poor form has stirred up some big questions. The most important of them being, will he retire after the end of the 2025 season? There have been plenty of speculations regarding his future plans, especially since he mentioned in the qualifying interview of the Hungarian Grand Prix 2025 that he’s useless and the team should replace him.
Now, we do understand the frustration of not winning a single race and doing badly on tracks you absolutely smashed on earlier, but all of us think this is too far. So, what is Lewis Hamilton’s current state? And will he retire anytime soon? Let’s dig in.
What Did Lewis Hamilton Say?
First things first: Lewis Hamilton is still very much on the grid. He moved to Ferrari in 2025, signing a contract that runs at least until the end of the year, with some mentions extending to 2026. Despite a challenging start to the season with Ferrari, where he has experienced some tough races and even doubted his own performance, Hamilton insists he’s not ready to call it quits just yet.
When asked whether or not he will be returning for the Dutch Grand Prix 2025, he said, “I look forward to coming back, I’ll be back, yeah. We’ve definitely made some improvements on the upgrades, and it is a shame that we’re not as competitive as the guys in front. But we’ve seen Charles have a really strong run in the last two races, and the car is definitely progressing, so we have to keep trying to extract more from it.”
Why The Negative Thoughts?
When asked about the background of the negative comments he made after the Hungarian Grand Prix Qualifying, he said, “When you have a feeling, you have a feeling. There’s a lot going on in the background that’s not great, but I still love racing.”
So, will Lewis Hamilton retire soon? The answer is: not anytime soon, and certainly not without him deciding it on his own terms. He continues to fight it out on the track, adapting to new challenges with Ferrari.
So don’t count him out just yet. Lewis Hamilton’s story is still being written, and whether he stays in Formula 1 for a few more seasons or surprises us all with a retirement announcement, one thing is clear: he’s not going quietly. Fans and critics will be watching closely as the 2025 season continues and beyond.
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