Lewis Hamilton Seeks Improvement with Ferrari Upgrades in Bahrain

Lewis Hamilton has expressed optimism about Ferrari's prospects at the Bahrain Grand Prix, citing an expected upgrade to the car's floor, which should enhance downforce and performance. Despite a challenging start to the 2025 season, including a sprint race win in China but a disqualification alongside Charles Leclerc, Hamilton remains hopeful for improvement. Ferrari's current fourth place in the standings, trailing leaders McLaren by 76 points, underscores their struggles. Team principal Frederic Vasseur and Leclerc acknowledge the upgrades may not fully close the gap with top teams but hope for a competitive step forward. While Hamilton anticipates better performance, he concedes that catching up to McLaren will require more than just this upgrade. The team aims to address issues like ride height and downforce, which are believed to be affecting their competitive edge.