Emerson Fittipaldi supports Lewis Hamilton's championship bid with Ferrari
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Emerson Fittipaldi expressed excitement over Lewis Hamilton's performance with Ferrari, stating he hopes Hamilton can challenge for the championship in the second half of the season. Hamilton is in his second year with Ferrari, following an initial season that had raised questions about his ability to compete at a high level. Team dynamics and car performance will be pivotal as the season progresses.
- •Fittipaldi backs Hamilton's resurgence with Ferrari.
- •Hamilton aims for a serious championship challenge.
- •He is in his second season with Ferrari.
- •Initial doubts arose after Hamilton's first season.
- 6:00 PMMotorsport.com — Lewis Hamilton backed for Ferrari F1 championship push by Emerson Fittipaldi
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Lewis Hamilton backed for Ferrari F1 championship push by Emerson Fittipaldi
"Two-time Formula 1 champion Emerson Fittipaldi says he is thrilled by Lewis Hamilton's resurgence at Ferrari, sharing that he hopes the British driver can mount a serious championship challenge in the second half of the season. Hamilton is currently in his second year with the Maranello outfit. While his initial season with the team prompted some to question whether he could continue competing ...Keep reading
"Emerson Fittipaldi has praised Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari resurgence and hopes the seven-time champion can challenge for the 2026 Formula 1 title
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External links- Motorsport.comAug 6, 2026, 6:00 PMLewis Hamilton backed for Ferrari F1 championship push by Emerson Fittipaldi
Two-time Formula 1 champion Emerson Fittipaldi says he is thrilled by Lewis Hamilton's resurgence at Ferrari, sharing that he hopes the British driver can mount a serious championship challenge in the second half of the season. Hamilton is currently in his second year with the Maranello outfit. While his initial season with the team prompted some to question whether he could continue competing ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 6:00 PMLewis Hamilton backed for Ferrari F1 championship push by Emerson Fittipaldi
Emerson Fittipaldi has praised Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari resurgence and hopes the seven-time champion can challenge for the 2026 Formula 1 title
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