Lewis Hamilton expresses confidence in Ferrari's potential at Mexican GP
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 12:43 AM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026
Lewis Hamilton has stated that Ferrari could contend for pole position at the Mexican Grand Prix, following teammate Charles Leclerc's performance in practice. Leclerc topped the timesheets in both practice sessions. Hamilton faced technical issues during the second session, limiting his high-fuel running. Despite his own challenges, he remains optimistic about his team's prospects ahead of the qualifying rounds.
- •Charles Leclerc finished fastest in both practice sessions on Friday.
- •Hamilton experienced technical issues affecting his long run.
- •Hamilton believes Ferrari is capable of challenging for pole position.
- 12:43 AMMotorsport.com — Lewis Hamilton makes confident Ferrari statement despite Mexican GP technical problems
- 12:43 AMYahoo Sports — Lewis Hamilton makes confident Ferrari statement despite Mexican GP technical problems
"Lewis Hamilton believes Ferrari could realistically fight for pole position at the Mexican Grand Prix, after team-mate Charles Leclerc finished fastest in both of Friday’s practice sessions. The Briton had an issue in second practice that cost him the opportunity for a long run with high fuel, but the seven-time Formula 1 world champion still feels optimistic about his team's chances on ...Keep reading
"Hamilton believes the team has “a really good car” this weekend after Charles Leclerc topped both Friday practice sessions
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External links- Motorsport.comOct 31, 2026, 12:43 AMLewis Hamilton makes confident Ferrari statement despite Mexican GP technical problems
Lewis Hamilton believes Ferrari could realistically fight for pole position at the Mexican Grand Prix, after team-mate Charles Leclerc finished fastest in both of Friday’s practice sessions. The Briton had an issue in second practice that cost him the opportunity for a long run with high fuel, but the seven-time Formula 1 world champion still feels optimistic about his team's chances on ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsOct 31, 2026, 12:43 AMLewis Hamilton makes confident Ferrari statement despite Mexican GP technical problems
Hamilton believes the team has “a really good car” this weekend after Charles Leclerc topped both Friday practice sessions
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