Hamilton denies calling for Ferrari team replacements amid title bid
ESPN F1 • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 5:08 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Lewis Hamilton addressed speculation regarding team changes at Ferrari following his acknowledgment that his chase for a record eighth world championship is over. The remarks came during an interview on September 17, 2026, as Hamilton sought to clarify his previous comments about the team's performance. Despite recent rumors, he is not advocating for any driver replacements within the organization. As the season progresses, attention remains on Ferrari's strategies and decision-making for upcoming races.
- •Hamilton spoke on September 17, 2026, amid championship discussions.
- •He denied any calls for driver changes at Ferrari.
- •His bid for an eighth world title is now officially concluded.
- •Speculation surrounding Ferrari's driver lineup continues.
- •The team's performance remains under scrutiny as the season evolves.
- 5:29 PMESPN F1 — Hamilton clears the air on Ferrari replacements
"Lewis Hamilton denied he has called for replacements at Ferrari after he admitted his bid for a record eight world championship is over.
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