Lewis Hamilton expresses confidence in Ferrari's chances at Monaco
2 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 2:04 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Lewis Hamilton is optimistic about Ferrari's prospects for victory in the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend. After a challenging first season with the team, Hamilton has started to find his footing, recently securing a second-place finish at the Canadian Grand Prix. As F1 heads to Monaco, Hamilton believes the SF-26's strengths will be beneficial on the tight circuit, which favors car performance over pure engine power. He aims to enter the race with high energy and focus on team strategy. The environment in Monaco could play to Ferrari's advantages due to the FIA's regulations banning certain modes.
- •Hamilton feels comfortable with the car and confident in Ferrari's capabilities.
- •Ferrari's SF-26 reportedly excels in traction from slow corners.
- •Hamilton finished second in the previous Canadian Grand Prix.
- •The Monaco Grand Prix is scheduled for this weekend.
- 2:04 PMThe Guardian Sport — Lewis Hamilton optimistic Ferrari can ‘be competitive’ in twisting Monaco track
- 10:54 AMYahoo Sports — Lewis Hamilton feels Ferrari are ready to challenge for his first win with the team in Monaco
"Ferrari last won race at Mexican GP in 2024 Scuderia’s car should suit narrow streets of Monte Carlo Lewis Hamilton was circumspect about Ferrari’s chances in the buildup to the Monaco Grand Prix but, on paper at least, this weekend is perhaps his best shot at a debut victory for the Scuderia to end their win drought that stretches back to the Mexican GP of 2024. Mercedes have dominated the season thus far, with Kimi Antonelli leading the championship by 43 points from teammate George Russell but the strengths of their car will be somewhat negated on the slow corners of the twisting street circuit in Monte Carlo, which should suit Ferrari’s SF26. Continue reading...
"Despite Mercedes dominating the early part of the 2026 Formula 1 season, Lewis Hamilton is said to be confident that Ferrari can challenge for a win in Monaco. Hamilton made the switch to Ferrari from Mercedes ahead of the 2025 season, a move that generated plenty of headlines at the time.
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External links- The Guardian SportJun 5, 2026, 2:04 PMLewis Hamilton optimistic Ferrari can ‘be competitive’ in twisting Monaco track
Ferrari last won race at Mexican GP in 2024 Scuderia’s car should suit narrow streets of Monte Carlo Lewis Hamilton was circumspect about Ferrari’s chances in the buildup to the Monaco Grand Prix but, on paper at least, this weekend is perhaps his best shot at a debut victory for the Scuderia to end their win drought that stretches back to the Mexican GP of 2024. Mercedes have dominated the season thus far, with Kimi Antonelli leading the championship by 43 points from teammate George Russell but the strengths of their car will be somewhat negated on the slow corners of the twisting street circuit in Monte Carlo, which should suit Ferrari’s SF26. Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 10:54 AMLewis Hamilton feels Ferrari are ready to challenge for his first win with the team in Monaco
Despite Mercedes dominating the early part of the 2026 Formula 1 season, Lewis Hamilton is said to be confident that Ferrari can challenge for a win in Monaco. Hamilton made the switch to Ferrari from Mercedes ahead of the 2025 season, a move that generated plenty of headlines at the time.
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