Hamilton, now racing for Ferrari, lost control of the 2023 car while getting accustomed to its handling—a challenge after over a decade with Mercedes. The incident occurred on his second day at the track amid tight testing regulations that limit current drivers. Despite the crash, Ferrari views it as a typical part of Hamilton’s adjustment process. They remain focused on integrating him into the team effectively ahead of the upcoming season, with more test runs planned before the car's launch on February 19.

Hamilton had previously completed laps at the Fiorano test track, with further sessions expected next week at Barcelona to enhance his understanding of Ferrari's operations, as they gear up for the F1 season starting from the Australian Grand Prix in mid-March. Meanwhile, Pirelli is working with McLaren on similar testing initiatives in France for the anticipated changes in 2026.