Fans React to Carlos Sainz Outqualifying Lewis Hamilton in 2025 F1 Season
A recent statistic has stirred the Formula 1 community: Carlos Sainz, now driving for Williams, has outqualified seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, who joined Ferrari this season, in four of the seven races so far in 2025. This revelation, highlighted by @F1BigData on X, has prompted a flurry of reactions from fans and analysts alike. Some fans have humorously suggested that Sainz is outperforming Hamilton, with comments like “Carlos is in his ‘and I took it personally’ era” and “The HP in HP Scuderia Ferrari stands for ‘Help Please'” .
However, others have been quick to defend Hamilton, emphasizing his illustrious career achievements. One fan pointed out, “Hamilton 7-time world champion. Sainz 4-time GP winner. Lol,” while another remarked, “When Sainz wins races and a WDC in that Williams then perhaps this stat might make the noise you think it does” . These contrasting views highlight the ongoing debate about current performance versus historical success.
Sainz’s transition to Williams has been marked by notable performances, including a sixth-place qualification at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, where he led Q2, surpassing both Ferraris . In contrast, Hamilton’s adaptation to Ferrari has been challenging. At the same Grand Prix, he qualified 12th, marking his worst qualifying result since joining the team. Hamilton expressed frustration, citing a lack of grip and describing the car’s performance as a “lottery” .
The juxtaposition of Sainz’s upward trajectory and Hamilton’s struggles has fueled discussions about Ferrari’s decision to replace Sainz with Hamilton. Some fans have questioned the move, suggesting that Sainz’s current form might have been beneficial for Ferrari, especially given the team’s ongoing challenges in the constructors’ standings.Despite the current statistics favoring Sainz in qualifying,