Lewis Hamilton Climbs to Seventh at Belgian GP in Strategic Ferrari Recovery

Lewis Hamilton's weekend at the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix was challenging, starting from the pit lane after a disappointing qualifying session and a penalty for car changes, but he delivered an impressive recovery to finish seventh. The key to his climb up the field was a bold strategic call to switch early to slick tires on a drying track, a decision Hamilton initially resisted but later embraced, which gained him multiple positions. Despite the car being underfuelled due to a higher downforce setup, Hamilton demonstrated aggressive overtaking and strategic driving, though he was ultimately unable to pass Alex Albon for sixth place. Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur praised Hamilton's aggressive recovery and emphasized the need for better qualifying results to compete for podiums or wins. Hamilton has been actively engaged off-track as well, working closely with Ferrari's top management and technical teams to contribute to car development and future improvements. This blend of on-track resilience and off-track involvement highlights Hamilton's commitment to helping Ferrari advance despite the current struggles.