BREAKING: The First Ferrari Duo To Be Disqualified From The Same Race

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Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton Stunned as They Are Disqualified from the Chinese Grand Prix

Formula 1 is no stranger to controversy, but what happened at the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix may go down as one of the most shocking moments in Ferrari’s storied history.

For the first time ever, both Ferrari drivers—Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton—were disqualified from the same race, sending shockwaves through the paddock and leaving fans in disbelief.

The reason? Leclerc’s car was found to be underweight, while Hamilton’s car was deemed to have excessive skid wear.

What led to this extraordinary decision? Was it an innocent mistake, or could there be a deeper controversy brewing?

Let’s dive into the full story behind Ferrari’s nightmare in China and what this could mean for the rest of the 2025 Formula 1 season.

A Race That Started with Promise, Ended in Disaster

Ferrari’s Strong Start—Before It All Fell Apart

Heading into the Chinese Grand Prix, Ferrari was riding a wave of momentum. After an impressive podium in the previous race, the team was expected to be a serious contender at the Shanghai International Circuit.

Charles Leclerc had qualified third, just behind Max Verstappen and George Russell, while Lewis Hamilton, still adjusting to life in red after his stunning move from Mercedes, started fifth.

From the start, both Ferraris looked competitive. Leclerc quickly moved into second place, chasing down Verstappen, while Hamilton battled Russell and Lando Norris in a tight midfield scrap.

The Prancing Horse had both cars in the top four by Lap 30, and a potential double podium seemed within reach.

Then, everything unraveled.

Technical Scrutiny Reveals the Shocking Truth

After crossing the finish line, Leclerc in P2 and Hamilton in P4, Ferrari was celebrating a major success. But the joy was short-lived.

Minutes after the race, FIA officials called both Ferraris in for further inspection. The findings were staggering:

Charles Leclerc’s car was found to be underweight.
Lewis Hamilton’s car was deemed to have excessive skid wear.

Both infractions violated the FIA’s strict Technical Regulations, and the punishment was immediate—both drivers were disqualified from the race results.

Ferrari had gone from a double podium contender to scoring zero points in the blink of an eye.

What Really Happened? The Hidden Details Behind the Disqualification

Leclerc’s Underweight Car—A Costly Error or Something More?

For a Formula 1 car to be declared underweight is a serious offense. The FIA has strict minimum weight requirements to ensure fair competition and prevent excessive weight-saving measures that could give teams an advantage.

So how did Leclerc’s car end up underweight?

Ferrari’s initial response suggested it was an unexpected fuel miscalculation. According to team principal Frédéric Vasseur, “We believe an error in fuel levels caused the car to be under the minimum weight requirement.”

But not everyone is convinced.

Conspiracy theories are already swirling, with some suggesting that Ferrari pushed the limits of weight reduction too far. Others believe Leclerc’s car may have suffered damage that led to a loss of ballast weight.

Regardless of the cause, the FIA had no choice but to disqualify him.

Hamilton’s Skid Wear—Pushing the Limits?

Lewis Hamilton’s disqualification was even more unusual.

The FIA determined that his car’s plank—located underneath the floor—showed excessive skid wear, meaning it had been running too low and potentially gaining an aerodynamic advantage.

This is a regulation that has caught out teams in the past, including Michael Schumacher at the 1994 Belgian Grand Prix and, more recently, both Mercedes cars at the 2023 United States Grand Prix.

But why was Hamilton’s Ferrari in violation?

Theories range from aggressive suspension setups to unexpected track conditions causing more wear than anticipated. Some even wonder if Ferrari took a risky gamble on ride height settings, knowing it could boost their performance.

Whatever the reason, the FIA’s ruling was clear—Hamilton, like Leclerc, was out of the race results.

The Fallout: What This Means for Ferrari and the 2025 Season

A Huge Blow to the Championship Battle

Before the Chinese Grand Prix, Ferrari was within striking distance of Red Bull and Mercedes in the Constructors’ Championship.

But now?

Max Verstappen extended his lead in the Drivers’ Championship.
Mercedes and McLaren gained crucial points.
Ferrari walked away with nothing.

For Leclerc and Hamilton, the impact is just as severe.

Leclerc, who had been fighting for the championship, drops further behind Verstappen.
Hamilton, hoping for his first Ferrari victory, loses a valuable chance to build momentum.

The road to the title just became significantly harder.