Seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton made heads turn at the Canadian GP as he rolled into Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, not in an F1 car, but astride a bright red Ducati Panigale V4 superbike.
This isn’t Hamilton’s first two‑wheeled entrance: he arrived at Monaco in March on a limited‑edition MV Agusta F4 LH44, highlighting his love for high‑performance bikes. Ducati’s tech is cutting‑edge too, with wheelie control, slide assistance, engine‑brake systems and data logging, though it’s unclear how many of those features Hamilton activated.
Riding a stunning red Ducati felt almost symbolic, echoing his current F1 drive with Ferrari. On track, Hamilton looked sharp too. He qualified fifth for Saturday’s session, with teammate Charles Leclerc taking eighth. But his real statement came on two wheels, sparking excitement from fans and pundits alike.
'I Feel Sorry For The Whole Team': Charles Leclerc Admits Fault For Free Practice Crash At F1 Canadian Grand Prix; Video
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc has apologized to his team after crashing during the first practice session (FP1) at the 2025 Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal. The crash happened at Turn 4 when Leclerc locked up under braking, lost control, and hit the wall, causing significant damage to his car.
Leclerc had been setting the pace with the fastest lap before the incident. However, the crash forced him to miss the second practice session (FP2) because the car’s chassis was damaged and could not be repaired in time.
Speaking after the session, Leclerc admitted it was a mistake on his part. He called it a “very stupid crash” and said he simply misjudged the braking point. “I feel sorry for the whole team,” he said, adding that the lost track time could affect their weekend preparations.
Despite the setback, Leclerc remains confident. He said the incident won't affect his mindset going into the rest of the weekend, as he looks to bounce back in FP3 and qualifying.
Ferrari will now focus on repairing the car in time for the remaining sessions, hoping Leclerc can recover and deliver a strong performance in Sunday’s race.
