When Lewis Hamilton signed with Ferrari, he knew the transition would come with its own kind of turbulence.
New team, new culture, a slower car than he’s used to — that was expected.
What probably wasn’t on his checklist, though, was struggling to even communicate with the guy supposed to be his closest ally on race day.
Time for a Clean Break from Adami?
Right now, Hamilton’s working with Riccardo Adami as his race engineer.
And if we’re being real, it’s not going well. The chemistry just isn’t there.
Hamilton isn’t the kind of driver who thrives on forced input — he’s vocal about hating “noise,” which in his world means opinions that don’t match his own instincts.
So when people started talking about a rift between him and Adami, he didn’t mince words.
He called it “b.s.” But actions speak louder than interviews.
The disconnect is obvious, and at this point, it may just be best for them to go their separate ways.
The Sebastian Vettel Connection That Isn’t Working Out
Adami didn’t land in Hamilton’s garage by accident.
He came with a glowing reference — none other than Sebastian Vettel suggested him.
They worked together closely during Vettel’s stint at Toro Rosso and later at Ferrari.
When Vettel left and Carlos Sainz took over, Adami stayed on, then transitioned into Hamilton’s team.
But what worked for Vettel isn’t clicking for Lewis.
Adami’s responses during races often don’t line up with what Hamilton’s asking.
It’s not just frustrating — it’s a sign of deeper differences in how they approach the job.
If Bono Were Available, This Would Be a Different Story
Hamilton’s ideal scenario? Reuniting with Peter Bonnington — or “Bono” as fans and Lewis alike know him.
They’ve been through everything together at Mercedes.
Unfortunately, when Hamilton decided to make the jump to Ferrari, his contract didn’t let him bring anyone along.
Bono’s not even available now — he’s been promoted at Mercedes and is guiding young talent Kimi Antonelli.
That mentor-student relationship seems to be something Bono is really enjoying.
So for now, Lewis has to make do — or find another way forward.
The Communication Breakdown Reached a New Low in Monaco
The cracks started showing earlier this season — in Australia, in Miami — but Monaco was arguably the worst.
Back in Melbourne, Hamilton was so frustrated he told the team to just “leave me to it” during a rainy, chaotic race.
In Miami, he felt things were moving so slowly that they “might as well take a tea break.”
Then in Monaco? Adami told him Max Verstappen was on a slow lap during qualifying.
That was wrong. Verstappen was flying.
Hamilton unintentionally blocked him and got hit with a three-place grid penalty.
In the race, the back-and-forth made even less sense.
“What do you need from me?” Hamilton asked over the radio.
“Push,” Adami replied. “This is our race.”
But Hamilton wasn’t in podium contention — the call only led him to burn out his tyres unnecessarily.
A Chilly Radio Silence at the Finish Line
When the race was over and Hamilton crossed the line in fifth, he radioed in with a simple question: “Are you upset with me or something?”
Crickets.
Adami said nothing.
Was it an awkward moment? Absolutely. And Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur’s defense didn’t help much.
He claimed drivers don’t usually talk mid-corner — but Hamilton had already finished the race.
His silence just added to the weird atmosphere.
Ferrari’s Internal Struggles Are Bigger Than Just the Radio
Vasseur has previously said the media picks out certain team radio moments to stir drama.
Maybe. But let’s face it: the disjointed communication feels like part of a broader issue at Ferrari — a team struggling to find its rhythm, morale, and identity.
Whether or not we hear all the drama over the airwaves, there’s clearly a fault line forming — and Hamilton’s right in the middle of it.
Morocco Edges Closer to Joining the F1 Calendar
Meanwhile, away from the chaos at Ferrari, the F1 paddock in Monaco saw the return of a familiar face: Eric Boullier.
He’s got his hands in a few projects these days, including one aimed at bringing Formula One to Morocco.
With South Africa fading from the conversation, Morocco has become the frontrunner to bring F1 to the African continent — with strong backing from Middle Eastern investors.
F1’s claim to being a “world championship” loses a little weight when an entire continent is missing from the schedule.
So Morocco’s push feels timely and, frankly, necessary.
Spain May Not Have Room for Two Grand Prix Events
Barcelona is currently hanging onto its place on the F1 calendar, but with Madrid preparing to join in 2026, it’s hard to justify two races in Spain.
Even Fernando Alonso, who’s always had a soft spot for the Barcelona circuit, probably sees the writing on the wall.
The Circuit de Catalunya has served its time, but its infrastructure is tired.
While the idea of alternating venues like Imola is floating around, it may be time for Barcelona to gracefully bow out.
James Vowles Is All In at Williams — And He’s Not Eyeing Mercedes
Let’s talk about James Vowles. Some folks think his time at Williams is just a stepping stone to taking over Mercedes eventually.
But everything he’s said and done points in another direction.
He seems fully committed to making Williams a force again.
So it was surprising when he texted Toto Wolff during the Monaco race, apologizing for how his team’s strategy might’ve boxed in the Mercedes drivers.
Sending a message like that during the race? It’s unheard of.
But it does give a glimpse into the weird cross-team dynamics still lingering on the grid.
Otmar Szafnauer Puts His Faith in British Engineering
Otmar Szafnauer was also spotted in Monaco — and he’s working on launching a 12th F1 team.
One thing he’s adamant about? The team has to be based in the UK.
Why? Because outside of the British motorsport ecosystem, things get tricky.
It’s where the best staff circulate, where the best ideas are shared.
Ferrari knows this problem all too well. Success in Maranello has always come in flashes — rarely sustained.
Ferrari Is Still the Dream Destination, Despite the Drama
When Madrid’s F1 debut was mentioned, it reminded many of Real Madrid’s appeal in football.
Trent Alexander-Arnold might be leaving Liverpool for Real — not because Liverpool lacks promise, but because it’s Real Madrid.
It’s the same with Ferrari. They haven’t won a championship since 2008, but the history, the legacy, the legend — it still pulls you in.
From Ascari to Schumacher, it’s a team of giants.
You don’t say no to that kind of call.
Even if it means navigating chaos, confusion, and radio silence.
Christian Horner Denies Ferrari Links — But the Pressure on Vasseur Is Real
And finally, there’s a whisper — one Ferrari’s calling “fantasy” — that Christian Horner has been approached about replacing Fred Vasseur.
The team has denied it, but the rumor mill keeps spinning.
Right now, Vasseur’s safe. But Ferrari’s results need to improve, and soon.
If they don’t, the noise — the real kind, not just Hamilton’s definition — will only get louder.