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F1 CEO discusses Hockenheim return and Hamilton warns rivals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 7:01 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

F1 CEO discusses Hockenheim return and Hamilton warns rivals

Summary

F1 CEO and President Stefano Domenicali has reestablished contact with Hockenheim in discussions for the potential return of the German Grand Prix. This comes after Germany was absent from the F1 calendar since 2021. Lewis Hamilton has warned Ferrari's rivals that the Scuderia may have a stronger second half of the 2026 season, with updates anticipated for their power unit. Hamilton noted Mercedes' ongoing development and plans to improve performance as the teams progress through the season.

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•Stefano Domenicali speaks on Hockenheim's possible return to F1.
•Germany has not hosted an F1 race since 2021.
•Hamilton expects a stronger second half for Ferrari in 2026.
•Mercedes plans to continue pushing upgrades throughout the season.
•Domenicali highlights growing interest in German media rights.

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7:01 PMYahoo Sports — F1 Today | F1 CEO revives Hockenheim hopes, as Hamilton sends Mercedes warning

What they're saying

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From F1 CEO and President Stefano Domenicali opening the door to a German GP return at the iconic Hockenheim, to Lewis Hamilton's warning to Ferrari's rivals over a stronger second half of the 2026 season for the Scuderia - here are today's main stories! F1 CEO revives talks over potential German GP return at HockenheimF1 CEO and President Stefano Domenicali has revealed that contact has been re-established with Hockenheim as part of long-term discussions over the potential return of the German
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