Jolyon Palmer questions timing of Ferrari priorities for Lewis Hamilton
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 1:09 PM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Former Formula 1 driver Jolyon Palmer asserts that Ferrari has waited too long to prioritize Lewis Hamilton in the championship standings. Palmer suggests the Maranello team has allowed its title prospects to fade after recent race results. Ferrari arrived at the Spanish Grand Prix following a difficult outing at their home race in Monza, where Hamilton and team-mate Charles qualified in third and fourth positions. The team now faces scrutiny regarding its strategic direction under Fred Vasseur as the championship window narrows. Palmer indicates the delay in focusing on a single driver has hindered their ability to challenge for the title during this campaign. Ferrari remains focused on navigating the remainder of the season despite the mounting pressure surrounding their driver management.
- •Jolyon Palmer claims Ferrari missed the opportunity to prioritize Lewis Hamilton.
- •Ferrari entered the Spanish Grand Prix following a difficult performance at Monza.
- •Hamilton and Charles started the Monza race from third and fourth positions.
- •Fred Vasseur continues to lead the Ferrari team during this period of transition.
- 1:09 PMMotorsport.com — Ferrari "too late" to prioritise Lewis Hamilton in F1 title fight, says Jolyon Palmer
"Former Formula 1 driver and F1 TV pundit Jolyon Palmer believes Ferrari has missed its window to prioritise Lewis Hamilton's championship bid, arguing that the Maranello outfit has already allowed its title hopes to slip away. The Fred Vasseur-led team arrived at the Spanish Grand Prix on the back of a disastrous home race at Monza. Starting third and fourth, Hamilton and team-mate Charles ...Keep reading
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