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Hamilton warns rivals as Ferrari plans upgrades for second half of 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 2:01 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Hamilton warns rivals as Ferrari plans upgrades for second half of 2026

Summary

Lewis Hamilton cautioned Ferrari's rivals about the Scuderia's potential for a strong second half of the 2026 season, particularly with significant upgrades to their power unit on the horizon. Despite trailing Mercedes by 72 points at the midpoint of the season, Ferrari has demonstrated resilience, securing more points than any other team in recent races. Hamilton also expressed confidence in his own performances improving alongside Ferrari’s development. Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur outlined an aggressive upgrade strategy and emphasized the importance of maintaining pace in development as they prepare for the next race at the end of August.

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By the Numbers

•Hamilton believes Ferrari will be stronger in the second half of 2026.
•Ferrari aims to enhance their power unit to boost performance.
•The Scuderia currently sits second, 72 points behind Mercedes.
•Vasseur emphasizes the need to maintain development pace.
•Ferrari scored more points than any team in the last five races.

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2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Hamilton sends Mercedes warning as Ferrari target aggressive upgrade timeline

What they're saying

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Lewis Hamilton has warned Ferrari's rivals that the Scuderia will have a stronger second half of the 2026 season, as the Italian team eye an aggressive upgrade timeline that will feature updates to their power unit. Ferrari are deemed to be one of the strongest outfits when it comes to cornering under the new 2026 regulations, but a lack of straight line speed compared to Constructors leaders Mercedes has been what has kept them from consistently challenging for wins.
— Yahoo Sports

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