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Lewis Hamilton highlights Ferrari's engine difficulties ahead of Barcelona race

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 5:10 PM

Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Lewis Hamilton highlights Ferrari's engine difficulties ahead of Barcelona race

Summary

Lewis Hamilton addressed the challenges Ferrari faces with its engine performance before the upcoming race in Barcelona. He noted that while the team has a competitive chassis, its engine power is lagging behind rivals like Mercedes and Red Bull. Hamilton mentioned that any potential engine upgrades for Ferrari could take eight to ten months to implement. Despite expectations of a new power unit upgrade by mid-June, he emphasized that it wouldn't immediately change the competitive at the front of the field. Observations made during earlier races underscore that Ferrari struggles to maintain speed against Mercedes-powered vehicles after strong starts.

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By the Numbers

•Hamilton discusses Ferrari's struggles with engine power ahead of Barcelona.
•Ferrari has the chassis but lacks engine performance compared to competitors.
•Engine upgrades could take eight to ten months to develop.
•A new power unit is expected for Ferrari in mid-June.
•Ferrari's initial leads often diminish against Mercedes-powered cars.

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