Lewis Hamilton Crashes Out Dutch GP, Impacts Ferrari Challenge

Lewis Hamilton experienced a disappointing crash during the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, marking his first DNF with Ferrari. On lap 23, as rain began to fall, Hamilton lost control at the high-banked Turn 3 after sliding onto a slippery painted sponsor logo, causing him to understeer into the barrier and severely damage his car. Despite the crash, Hamilton was unhurt and apologized to his team over the radio, even picking up pieces of his broken front wing as he left the car. The incident led to a safety car deployment, affecting race strategies with McLaren taking advantage to pit their drivers. This crash highlighted ongoing challenges for Hamilton in his debut Ferrari season, raising questions about the car's performance and Hamilton’s ability to consistently compete at the front. Additionally, the crash drew attention to the tricky and variable conditions at Zandvoort, with drivers like Lando Norris calling for better communication about track hazards to avoid similar incidents.