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Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton: Trouble in Maranello – What’s Really Going On?

As Formula 1 barrels through the 2025 season, Ferrari and seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton find themselves in an increasingly dire situation. The much-hyped partnership between Hamilton and the legendary Italian marque has yet to produce the results fans and experts expected. After ten Grand Prix weekends, Hamilton has failed to secure a single podium in a full-length race—a first in his storied career that began in 2007.

Sure, the British legend managed a couple of podiums in sprint races, but the full-length Sundays—the ones that really matter—have been barren. It’s not just bad luck or one-off blunders; it’s a pattern, and it’s deeply concerning. Hamilton, known for his laser focus and relentless competitiveness, appears more frustrated than ever, and Ferrari… well, they seem lost.

A Rough Start in Red

Hamilton’s decision to leave Mercedes for Ferrari shocked the paddock, though many viewed it as a romantic move: chasing glory in the red suit and perhaps emulating his idol, Michael Schumacher. But romance doesn’t win races. Ferrari’s SF-25 hasn’t delivered. From underwhelming pace to baffling strategic blunders, the Scuderia’s execution has been inconsistent and at times embarrassing.

In Montreal, Hamilton’s post-race comments were a brutal reality check. When asked about the much-anticipated upgrade package for the Canadian GP, Lewis responded with astonishment: “Upgrades? We didn’t bring any.” That remark alone tells us a lot about the state of communication—or lack thereof—between driver and team. Hamilton has openly admitted that he is constantly challenging engineers and pushing for innovation, only to be met with responses like, “We’ve done it this way before.”

In other words, Ferrari seems stuck in its old ways. And Hamilton? He’s already looking to 2026.

Strategic Missteps and No-Man’s Land

One of the recurring issues plaguing Ferrari is race strategy. The Canadian GP provided yet another textbook example of poor calls from the pit wall. Hamilton was left in “no man’s land” after a questionable pit stop, far from the front runners, battling neither his rivals nor truly threatening anyone ahead. Even more telling was Hamilton’s radio message to his race engineer, in which he criticized the strategy mid-race—a rare public flash of frustration from someone who’s usually measured, even under pressure.

And it’s not just Hamilton. Charles Leclerc has suffered from similarly incoherent strategic decisions. In Canada, Leclerc was denied a realistic chance at a podium due to Ferrari’s poor tire call. He suggested switching to an alternate strategy—“Plan C”—based on tire performance, but Ferrari went with a baffling approach, mounting the same hard compound again, essentially dooming his race.

Engineering Disconnect

There’s a growing sentiment within the paddock that Ferrari’s engineers are not listening to driver feedback. Hamilton has made it abundantly clear that he is offering detailed insights about the car’s behavior—especially in low-speed corners where the SF-25 refuses to rotate—but those insights aren’t translating into tangible progress.

This disconnect is a huge red flag. In today’s ultra-competitive F1 landscape, drivers and engineers must be perfectly in sync. At Red Bull, Max Verstappen’s partnership with Gianpiero Lambiase is a model of seamless collaboration. Verstappen is trusted, his feedback valued, and the results speak for themselves. Ferrari, meanwhile, appears stuck in a vicious cycle of repeating its mistakes.

The Fred Vasseur Factor

Team Principal Frédéric Vasseur, who replaced Mattia Binotto, was heralded as the man to finally steer Ferrari in the right direction. But so far, results under his leadership have been mediocre at best. Despite Ferrari publicly denying rumors about his job being on the line, the Italian media and fans are growing restless. Insiders suggest that both Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna and chairman John Elkann are losing patience.

While Vasseur might not be directly responsible for every on-track blunder, leadership is about accountability. If the drivers aren’t being heard, if development is stagnating, and if race-day decisions are costing valuable points, then someone at the top must answer for it.

Is 2025 Already a Write-Off?

With ten races behind them and no wins to show, it’s hard to argue that Ferrari is in contention for either championship. Hamilton himself has conceded that 2025 is a “lost season,” and his focus has shifted toward building the foundation for the sweeping 2026 regulation changes.

The 2026 season will introduce a new generation of power units and aero regulations—a potential game-changer. Hamilton knows this. It’s likely he joined Ferrari with that long-term vision in mind: endure the growing pains now, help shape the car for 2026, and come back with a vengeance when the playing field is leveled.

But this plan only works if Ferrari listens and adapts. Hamilton is a proven winner, not just because of raw speed, but because of his ability to galvanize a team around him. Mercedes was not a title-winning juggernaut when he joined in 2013—but it became one. If Ferrari is to mirror that trajectory, they must embrace change now.

What Comes Next?

The next few races will be telling. The Austrian GP offers a different type of circuit that might suit the SF-25 slightly better, and Hamilton has expressed cautious optimism. But without major upgrades and smarter strategies, it’s hard to see how Ferrari competes with Red Bull, McLaren, or even Mercedes.

The real risk isn’t just another winless season—it’s losing Hamilton’s faith. If the legendary Brit senses that Ferrari is more committed to tradition than transformation, he may disengage emotionally, even if he remains contractually obligated. And for a team that thrives on passion, that would be the ultimate defeat.

Conclusion

Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton are in a precarious position. What began as a hopeful new chapter is quickly becoming a nightmare of underperformance, miscommunication, and strategic folly. Unless the Scuderia can pivot—both in car development and team culture—they risk squandering the talent of one of the sport’s greatest ever drivers.

The question isn’t just whether Hamilton will win with Ferrari. It’s whether Ferrari will let him.

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FORMULA ONE stars were joined by their Wags and Brad Pitt on the red carpet for the premiere of F1: The Movie.

The blockbuster film hits cinemas in the UK on June 25 – next Wednesday.

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Brad Pitt and Lewis Hamilton stole the show at the F1: The Movie premiereCredit: Shutterstock Editorial

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Christian and Geri Horner got a photo with PittCredit: Instagram

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The F1 drivers went to the top of the Rockefeller CenterCredit: Getty

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Nico Hulkenberg posed alongside wife EgleCredit: Alamy

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Lindsey Vonn opted for a bold brown leather outfitCredit: Alamy
And the great and the good of the F1 and Hollywood worlds descended on Times Square in New York on Monday night for the world premiere.

The drivers were in Montreal over the weekend for the Canadian Grand Prix – won by George Russell.

They then hot-footed it down to New York for the glitzy event.

The likes of Russell, co-producer Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc all looked sharp while suited and booted – the Monegasque holding hands with partner Alexandra Saint Mleux.

Nico Hulkenberg was joined by glamorous wife Egle while Pierre Gasly and girlfriend Francisca Cerqueira Gomes soaked up the paparazzi together – as did Flavy Barla and Esteban Ocon, Alex Albon and Lily Muni He and Liam Lawson and Hannah St John.

Red Bull boss Christian Horner walked along the ‘paddock’ with Spice Girl wife Geri Horner – and they even posed for photos with F1: The Movie’s main man Pitt.

Pitt was also snapped alongside real F1 icon Hamilton and actor F1 star Damson Idris, who plays Joshua Pearce in the movie.

The likes of Jenson Button and Brittny Ward, Toto Wolff and Kerry Condon and Lindsey Vonn also attended.

Speaking at the event, Carlos Sainz said: “There is something for everyone, for sure.

“I’ll just say for the pure F1 fans, be open-minded to Hollywood.”

Max Verstappen and Lance Stroll snubbed a screening in Monte Carlo ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix last month.

Hamilton was brought into a consultancy role for the movie – directed by Top Gun: Maverick’s Joseph Kosinski – to make sure it was as accurate as possible.

The seven-time world champ told Esquire: “Ehren Kryger basically did a ton of research, watched a lot of races, came to a bunch of races, and then went away and wrote up a script. But we would sit and talk about what racing is about.

“Then once he wrote the script, I would sit with him and call bulls***, basically, on the things that don’t seem real and are not what F1 is about and try to make sure that it’s as authentic as possible.

“Then at the same time, I started a production company, so I’m a producer with these guys.

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Lissie Mackintosh dazzled upon arrivalCredit: Getty

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Charles Leclerc looked dapper with his girlfriend Alexandra Saint MleuxCredit: Getty

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Flavy Barla captured plenty of attention next to her man Esteban OconCredit: Getty

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Alex Albon and Lily Muni He posed in front of the F1 carsCredit: Getty

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Real F1 star Hamilton posed with actors Pitt and Damson IdrisCredit: Shutterstock Editorial

“I’ve been able to be involved in all areas—so making sure the cast is diverse, making sure we’ve got a woman in a pit stop, which we never, ever had at the actual track.

“Hans Zimmer was someone I wanted to have doing the [music for the] movie, so we have Hans Zimmer. Joe has been amazing at including me in everything.”

When asked specifically about what he has vetoed from the script, he added: “It would just be racing scenarios. Technical jargon engineers would talk.

“But particularly racing scenarios and sequences between overtakes and pit stops and strategies and all those sorts of things.

“There may have been a crash that was like the car hits the wall and flips and lands on the wheels and keeps going, and that doesn’t happen in Formula 1.”

The film’s budget has reportedly swelled to a mega $300million due to delays.

In a bid to add to its authenticity, footage from actual F1 weekends has been used, such as Pitt being seen in the media mixed zone following races.

Created in collaboration with the FIA, the plot sees Sonny Hayes (Pitt) – a veteran driver from the 1990s – lured back into the sport by a friend and team owner, where he is tasked with mentoring rookie prodigy Pearce (Idris).

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Jenson Button and Brittny Ward were all smiles togetherCredit: Getty

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Pitt and girlfriend Ines de Ramon made a rare public appearance togetherCredit: Reuters

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Geri Horner could barely contain her excitementCredit: Alamy

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Hamilton rocked an elegant white numberCredit: Reuters

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He was greeted by adoring fans in New YorkCredit: Getty

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Pierre Gasly and Fransisca Cerqueira Gomes dressed up for the big nightCredit: Shutterstock Editorial

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Liam Lawson and Hannah St John soaked up the stunning views across the cityCredit: Getty

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George Russell won the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday

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Toto Wolff and Kerry Condon were still in high spirits after the victory for MercedesCredit: Shutterstock Editorial

Max Verstappen has been linked with an exit from Red Bull and has even been approached by their rivals Mercedes and McLaren in the last year – though the four-time world champion remained loyal to the team

Christian Horner is convinced Max Verstappen will stick with Red Bull(Image: Getty Images)

Red Bull chief Christian Horner insists Max Verstappen is committed to the team despite fears the Dutchman could leave, as he admitted there will always be “commotion” over a driver of his stature.

Verstappen has been approached by both McLaren and Mercedes in the last year but the four-time world champion opted to stay put in a bid to keep Red Bull on track for the F1 title.

He has had a difficult season so far and finds himself third in the Formula One drivers’ championship standings, 43 points behind McLaren’s Oscar Piastri at the top.

And a clause in Verstappen’s contract will allow him to leave the team should he finish below third place in the table.

Speaking to Dutch outlet De Telegraaf, Horner said he had no worries about Verstappen and felt the pair had a good relationship together, despite advisor Helmut Marko admitting there were “concerns” about his future.

“No, he has always been loyal to the team and Red Bull in general. We have grown together,” Horner told Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf. “He came here as a teenager and is now a 27-year-old father and four-time world champion. With Max, you know where you stand. I still think he feels very good here.

“For me, relationships are more important than contracts. If you have to point to a contract, it mainly shows that a relationship doesn’t work.

“A contract is something you sign and that contains principles, but then it disappears in a drawer. After that, you only refer to it when you have a problem. There will always be commotion in this paddock around a driver of his stature and talent.”

Toto Wolff once declared his interest in Max Verstappen – but Horner isn’t worried the Dutchman will leave for a rival(Image: Getty)

Mercedes chief Toto Wolff was keen on recruiting Verstappen last year, but earlier this year he said the move was “not on any radar”, suggesting their interest had cooled.

McLaren boss Zak Brown also chased Verstappen and admitted he phoned the Dutchman to find out where he stood with Red Bull.

But Horner said he was unfazed about the interest in his star driver as he said: “They wouldn’t be doing their job properly if they didn’t. But that doesn’t automatically mean Max will leave. It’s just part of Formula 1.”

It comes amid a tough time for Red Bull, who have been left trailing behind McLaren after designer Adrian Newey left for Aston Martin, and have been having issues with their car this year.

While Verstappen has been struggling, Red Bull made an early switch to demote Liam Lawson as his No 2 driver and replace him with Yuki Tsunoda – but the move has not been successful in increasing their position in the standings.

Lewis Hamilton has thrown his full support behind Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur, drawing sharp parallels to Michael Schumacher’s defining show of loyalty during his early days with the Scuderia.

Back in 1996, Ferrari was deep in a rebuild. With Williams dominating the grid and Jean Todt under fire from the Italian media, Schumacher famously stepped in. His message was simple and uncompromising: “If Todt goes, I go too.”

That moment of unity helped reshape Ferrari’s future, laying the foundation for a dominant era.

Now, nearly three decades later, Hamilton is finding himself in a strikingly similar scenario.

The seven-time world champion has struggled to find consistent form in his debut season with Ferrari, while teammate Charles Leclerc has begun pulling away in both qualifying pace and race-day results. The pressure is building not just on Hamilton, but on Ferrari’s leadership.

Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton during the 2012 Monaco GP.

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Speculation swirled in Montreal, with some Italian outlets suggesting that Ferrari are considering letting go of Vasseur if results do not improve. But the 40-year-old Brit didn’t let the rumors fester. “It’s definitely not nice to hear that there are stories like that out there,” Hamilton said.

“Firstly, I love working with Fred. Fred’s the main reason I am in this team and got the opportunity to be here which I am forever grateful for. We’re in this together.”

“We’re working hard in the background. Things aren’t perfect but for me, I’m here to work with the team and with Fred. I want Fred here. I do believe Fred is the person to take us to the top, so that’s that,” he further added.

The message was clear and reminiscent of Schumacher’s decisive tone in 1996.

Though Hamilton didn’t deliver the same ultimatums, the sentiment was unmistakable: this is a long-term mission, and leadership shakeups won’t be part of the solution.

Ferrari insiders say Hamilton has been actively involved in shaping the team’s future, especially in areas like car development, strategy, and driver feedback loops. Sources also confirm that the relationship between Hamilton and Vasseur remains strong and focused on long-term gains, and not short-term panic.

If history repeats itself, Hamilton’s stand behind Vasseur could mark the beginning of something truly special.

The Princess of Wales mastered the gesture many years ago

Aradiant looking Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, performed the perfect curtsy for her father-in-law, King Charles, during the Order of the Garter service yesterday, (Monday, June 17).

The royal joined other members of The Firm at Windsor Castle, days after her aquamarine outfit turned heads at Trooping the Colour over the weekend.

The Princess of Wales’ curtsy skills have been hailed before, and it’s no surprise Kate Middleton has gained attention for the gesture during her recent appearance.

Princess Kate Middleton praised after ‘elegant’ curtsy for King Charles

The service took place at St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle, the same location for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding in 2018.

As King Charles and Queen Camilla pulled away in a horse-drawn carriage for the ride back to the castle, Princess Kate Middleton performed the perfect curtsy.

To make it more impressive, she appeared to do it at the same time as Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh.

Within the royal family, women curtsy to the monarch and senior members of the royal family, while men bow their heads. But Charles and Camilla are often seen greeting their family members with hugs, or kisses on the cheek afterwards.

The Firm gathered to celebrate the oldest and most senior Order of Chivalry in Britain. The Most Noble Order of the Garter is the world’s oldest national order of knighthood. It is around 700 years old after it was started by King Edward III, who was inspired by the stories of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. There are 24 companions in the Order, including the monarch, the Prince of Wales and other royals from the UK and abroad.

It’s the first time she made an appearance at the event since 2023, after scaling back her royal duties last year as she battled cancer.

It was also the same location she and Prince William made their public debut in 2008, three years before they tied the knot at Westminster Abbey.
She performed the curtsy in unison with Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh (Credit: Cover Images)

Kate’s Self Portrait dress stuns fans

At the Order of the Garter service, Kate Middleton’s self-portrait dress also gained attention. It’s not the first time she’s worn the gorgeous gown either.

The look included a belted white boucle blazer and a white skirt with a lace trim.

Kate opted for nude, closed-tow heels and paired it with a Sean Barrett hat.

She wore the look at. the VE Day concert in May, at the Horse Guards Parade.

The Princess of Wales wore her hair in loose waves, after it appeared she lightened the brunette shade earlier this year.

Read more: How Kate Middleton’s family ‘reacted’ to the news of her cancer diagnosis speaks volumes

Ignore the haters, Michelle!

Michelle Keegan had fans rallying round with support after she was trolled over her jaw-dropping swimsuit snaps, just three months after giving birth to her baby.

The actress, 38, became a mum for the first time in March after she gave birth to a baby girl, Palma. She shares the tot with husband Mark Wright, also 38.

Since then, the showbiz couple – who married in 2015 – have been updating fans on the new chapter in their lives. And this week, Michelle sent her fans into a frenzy after she donned a rather revealing swimsuit. But it seems haters are gonna hate…

The TV star looked sensational in her summer snaps (Credit: ITV)

Michelle Keegan stuns in swimsuit after birth of baby

Earlier this week (June 16), Michelle Keegan took to her Instagram to share several snaps of her modelling an item from her brand Orfila Bee.

The TV star posed up a storm in a brown cut-out swimsuit that showed off her fantastic figure. Michelle styled the swimsuit with a straw cowboy hat and a pair of sunglasses.

Smouldering to the camera, Michelle wore her famous chocolate locks in bouncy waves that cascaded down her shoulders.

And, as expected, plenty of Michelle’s fans were left swooning over the post and rushed to the comments section to share their thoughts.

However, others were not too impressed and claimed Michelle was making other mums feel bad due to how good she was looking.

Michelle got plenty of people talking (Credit: Instagram Story)

Michelle’s followers slam TV star

“Kudos Michelle for making every young mum feel and look like [bleep], bravo, didn’t you do well,” fumed one person.

Someone else added: “Nice you to make other mums grumpy after birth.”

A third wrote: “Just a message to any mum out there who’s just had a baby and your body didn’t snap back like this, remember you just grew a baby for nine months. Don’t matter what you look like, you made a baby, enjoy it.”

Michelle urged to ‘ignore haters and negativity’

Following the backlash, Michelle’s fans were quick to defend the new mum. “Really? Comment not needed,” said one person followed by an eye-roll emoji.

A second said: “You look amazing as always enjoy your time with your gorgeous baby girl and ignore all the haters and negativity.”

Someone else gushed: “Michelle looks amazing. So unfair on these comments. It takes time to feel okay mentally regardless of physical looks. So what if she has snapped back, she may not feel that way. She is not promoting ‘snap back after having a baby’ she is making a living.”

She looks amazing, as she always does.

Another follower wrote: “Wow some of the comments on here are horrible. Some women do go back to their body normal after childbirth, some women don’t.”

They added: “But that doesn’t mean that it is okay to shame someone for wearing a swimming costume because some are clearly very jealous and bitter. I really hope Michelle ignores the nasty comments and only the good ones. She looks amazing, as she always does.”

Brooklyn Beckham and his wife Nicola Peltz have reportedly purchased a lavish mansion in Los Angeles, potentially making the Beckham feud worse

Brooklyn Beckham and wife’s feud with Beckhams deepen as couple buys £10.5m LA mansion(Image: WWD via Getty Images)

Brooklyn Beckham and his wife, Nicola Peltz, have reportedly splashed their cash on a £10.5million in Hollywood after previously renting their other home. The couple are currently embroiled in a reported feud with the rest of the Beckham clan and it’s said the recent purchase could worsen their relations.

The apparent feud seems to be ongoing as Brooklyn seemingly snubbed his dad David’s huge achievement of earning a knighthood on the King’s Birthday Honours List last weekend on his social media pages, as well as failing to publicly celebrate him on Father’s Day. He was also nowhere to be seen for David’s 50th birthday celebrations.

Brooklyn and Nicola have been hitting headlines over a reported feud(Image: Instagram)

Brooklyn remained silent while his dad’s dreams of a knighthood finally came true. Brooklyn’s behaviour has reportedly rubbed his mum Victoria up the wrong way and she has been left ‘furious’ by his actions – or lack thereof.

“The whole family is devastated by the current situation. The tension had been there for a while but no-one thought in a million years that it would turn this toxic,” it was said.

“Victoria can’t fathom why Brooklyn hasn’t been in touch to apologise. She’s furious with him, but also heartbroken,” an insider recently claimed to Heat Magazine.

It’s said the couple recently purchased a mansion in Hollywood(Image: Getty Images for Wendy’s)

And now, things could get worse between the couple and his family after they purchased a new home in Los Angeles.

Speaking about the five-bedroom, six-bathroom property, a source claimed to The Sun that Brooklyn feels like his life is now in America.

“As an influencer he can work from anywhere but Brooklyn believes he has more opportunities in LA. It will be a dagger to the heart for his parents,” the source said.

According to the insider, there were hopes his life in America wouldn’t be “permanent”, but “this house purchase quashes any last hopes.”

However, another source told the Mirror: “This house has nothing to do with family dynamics. Both Nicola and Brooklyn’s careers are based in Los Angeles, and Brooklyn spent part of his childhood there while his father played for LA Galaxy.

“During that time, he attended school in LA for several years and built a life and friendships in the city. LA has always felt like home to him.”

The Mirror have reached out to Brooklyn and Nicola’s reps for comment.

After David officially became a ‘Sir’, loving wife Victoria took to her social media page to pay tribute to her footballer husband with a sweet photo of her kissing him on the cheek.

She wrote in the caption: “You’ve always been my knight in shining armour, but now it’s official. Sir @davidbeckham!!! What an honour, I couldn’t be prouder of you.

“Your dedication to the things that matter most – your country, your work, your passion, and most of all, your family – has never wavered. The way you’ve touched so many lives over the years with kindness and humility speaks volumes about the man you are and continues to inspire us everyday. But above all else, I’m so, so proud to call you mine.I love you so much xxxx”.

Former TOWIE star Lauren Goodger has said she hates her body and thinks she’s ‘ruined her looks’ after undergoing a number of cosmetic surgery procedures

Lauren Goodger says she’s ‘ruined her looks’ and ‘hates’ her body after surgery(Image: Instagram/ @laurengoodger)

Reality TV legend Lauren Goodger has heartbreakingly admitted she regrets some of her cosmetic surgery and currently hates her appearance. The Only Way Is Essex icon has confessed that she believes her cosmetic procedures have ‘ruined her looks’ and plans to reverse them.

Lauren, 38, first appeared on our TV screens when TOWIE premiered in 2010 and has been in the public eye ever since – with her looks often securitised by cruel trolls.

Last month, the Essex native revealed she’s planning to remove her breast implants after 11 years, as she wants to feel like her ‘normal self’ again and go back to being ‘natural’.

Captioning a photo of herself in pink lingerie, Lauren told her Instagram followers: “11 years ago, I had a breast augmentation, one of the things I regret later in life. I had the perfect boobs… they have been great over the years but since being a mum and breastfeeding for one year they have now changed and I’ve always found they make me look bigger!

Lauren Goodger in 2011 before having surgery (Image: Getty Images Europe)

“Also they are heavy and I don’t like the idea of an implant being in me all these years and I miss my old boobs so much .. so after looking around I’ve found someone that I feel really keen with having my consultation with @marksolomos! This is a HUGE step for me I’ve wanted to have them removed for so long but suffering with serve anxiety surgery is the last thing I can do!”

In a new interview, Lauren, who was once engaged to childhood sweetheart Mark Wright, reflected further on her past surgeries and admitted they’ve left her feeling that her body appears ‘abnormal’.

She told The Sun that her ‘massive boobs and bum’ make her appear larger than she is, and shared her desire to return to her previous appearance.

Lauren confessed: “I’ve ruined my looks with surgery – I hate my fake boobs and bum now. I feel like my body looks abnormal – I don’t need these massive boobs and massive bum. When I look at myself naked in the mirror, all I see is lumps and bumps everywhere.”

The reality TV star wants to embrace a more natural look(Image: Instagram/ @laurengoodger)

The reality TV star, shares daughter Larose, three, with her ex Charles Drury and late daughter Lorena who died at birth in 2022, has previously also spoken about her ‘Brazilian butt lift’ (BBL) procedure done in Turkey in 2017.

The surgery, which transferred fat from various parts of her body to her buttocks, is now something she wishes she could undo. Speaking to Closer magazine last year, she said: “When I had everything done, I looked the b****ks. My boobs looked amazing, I loved how I looked in pictures and all the attention. But now I wish I’d never had anything. I want it all out.”

She lamented the physical discomfort and aesthetic issues caused by her enhanced features, stating: “My bum and boobs make me look bigger and cause me pain. I want to reverse it all and go back to natural.”

Speaking to OK! magazine, the Celebrity Big Brother and Dancing on Ice star revealed that she hasn’t had fillers for more than two years, although she opts for Botox thrice annually. Lauren also explained how she abstains from alcohol, cigarettes, vaping, and caffeine, aiming to lead a ‘healthier and happier’ lifestyle.

A friend of Prince William, Sunjay Kapur, tragically died after reportedly swallowing a bee at the Guards Polo Club in Windsor. Now the last photo of the billionaire has been released

Sunjay Kapur, chairman of Sona Comstar, a global automotive components company, passed away at the age of 53 after suffering a heart attack in the UK

Just moments before a friend of Prince William tragically and suddenly died, he was all smiles as he posed for a photo.

Sunjay Kapur, 53, died after reportedly swallowing a bee in the middle of a polo match, triggering a fatal heart attack. The billionaire is survived by three children and wife Priya Sachdev.

The heartbreaking incident took place at the Guard Polo Club in Windsor, somewhere William has played the elite horseback sport.

The billionaire was the chairman of global car parts giant Sona Comstar, and had played polo with Prince William before.

In a moving tribute, the final photo he ever posed for was released by the team he had played against before he died in a touching Instagram post. Sunjay was beaming in the image, as he stood hugging Jaisal Singh – the captain of Sujan Indian Tigers.

“Today we play the final of the Cartier Trophy in the memory of our dear friend Sunjay Kapur who tragically passed away on the field a few days ago,” the Sujan Indian Tigers post read.

“Our Captain and Patron, Jaisal Singh, will mount up with the team to observe a minute’s silence in honour of his dear old friend Sunjay, and then sit out as a mark of respect,” they added. “This photograph of Sunjay and Jaisal was taken moments before they mounted up to play the semi-finals a few days ago.”

They rounded off the touching tribute by saying, “RIP Sunjay; you will be missed – your tireless enthusiasm and patronage will be remembered forever by the entire polo community.”

Sunjay’s team wrote their own moving tribute to him: “The Aureus team are all in total and utter shock. Sunjay – you were the life and soul of the Aureus Team – you were a true inspiration and that legacy will remain forever.”

Despite being born into wealth, Sunjay had a successful career and helped make his business an important supplier in the electric vehicle industry. He was often invited to play polo with society’s elite, and even some of the royals.

William is a keen polo player(Image: Getty Images)

One match he played with Prince William became a point of contention in his first marriage to Bollywood star Karisma Kapoor who claimed he had left their unwell infant son to go and play polo with the future King.

“(Sunjay) decided to carry on, leaving me behind to take care of our sick four-month-old son, just to play a Polo match with Prince William. I also realised that he had married me only because I was a famous and successful film star, which would facilitate him to be reported in the press.

“It came as a surprise that he always wanted to be known in public and be famous, but since he never did any deed worth mentioning, he was not able to garner any attention,” his ex-wife said.

While playing polo, it is understood the bee stung Kapur in his mouth, potentially triggering anaphylactic shock that caused his heart to stop.

Romeo Beckham’s ex, Kim Turnbull, set the record straight on her relationship with Brooklyn Beckham yesterday after finding herself at the centre of the family’s feud

Kim Turnbull has broken her silence amid the Beckham family feud(Image: Instagram)

Victoria Beckham is “petrified” her son’s ex, Kim Turnbull, is going to lift the lid on the famous family’s “secrets”, according to reports. Kim, who split up with model, Romeo, recently, broke her silence yesterday after finding herself at the centre of the family’s feud.

Taking to Instagram with a defiant statement, Kim insisted she had never dated Brooklyn after it was reported that the hot sauce enthusiast was ‘concerned’ about the DJ’s motive for dating his younger brother amid whispers Brooklyn and Kim had dated when they were younger. However, Kim fired back, saying she was ’embarrassed by the lies’ and ‘can’t stay quiet any longer’, insisting: “I have never been romantically involved in ANY capacity with the person in question.”

Victoria Beckham is ‘petrified’ her son’s ex, Kim Turnbull, is going to lift the lid on the famous family’s ‘secrets’, according to reports(Image: Getty Images)

Romeo’s mum, Victoria, is now said to be concerned that Kim might share private details about her time with the Beckham family, having been a big part of their inner circle – attending numerous family gatherings, and even David’s 50th birthday celebrations that Brooklyn and his wife, Nicola snubbed.

Speaking to Closer, a source said: “Just when Vic though the family drama couldn’t get any worse, Romeo’s split from Kim has poured more fuel on the fire. Not only was Romeo upset about the break-up, but they’ve heard whispers that Kim is hell bent on the world knowing the truth, given the allegations that she’s the reason the feud erupted in the first place.”

They continued: “Kim was privy to a lot of to a lot of personal details during her time with Romeo, including family secrets that Vic is now petrified she’s going to spill – not only to clear her name, but to boost her profile now she’s no longer tied to the Beckhams.”

On Monday, Kim spoke about the drama for the first time that has engulfed the Beckhams and cast a shadow over David’s knighthood announcement this weekend as his eldest son, Brooklyn, continues to ignore his achievement.

Taking to Instagram, newly-single Kim fired: “I’ve avoided speaking on this topic to prevent adding fuel to the fire, however it’s come to a point where I feel the need to address it so I can move on.”

She continued: “I will not continue to receive harassment or be embarrassed on the basis of lies, to fit a certain narrative.”

Seemingly addressing the Brooklyn rumours, Kim then clarified: “I have never been romantically involved in ANY capacity at ANY point with the person in question. Nothing between us has occurred further than a school friendship at age 16.

“I would like to remove myself from the ongoing conversation and set the record straight for the sake of everyone involved.”

Following the strongly-worded statement, Victoria is said to be feeling very “anxious” that Kim is going to set the record straight on the feud, which has been plaguing the Beckhams for month.

Claiming the artist formerly known as Posh Spice wanted to have NDAs (non disclosure agreement) “put in place” for her sons’ partners, the source said: “Vic’s feeling very anxious about it. It’s her worst fears imagined and the exact reason why she tried so hard to have NDAs put in place for her her sons’ significant others – which they all fought her so hard and refused to have them do.

“Now she’s petrified they’re going to pay the price and that Kim won’t hold back in setting the record straight, which she [Victoria] fears will only make the feud worse.”