Lewis Hamilton praises Ferrari's boldness in 2026 F1 design
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 7:15 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Lewis Hamilton expressed his approval of Ferrari's innovative direction for its 2026 Formula 1 car design. Despite a disappointing first year with the team, Hamilton's performance in 2026 has shown marked improvement, indicating a more positive outlook. His past frustrations were tied to Ferrari's decision to halt development, but recent changes have revived his spirits. Hamilton's attitude reflects his hopes for Ferrari's progress as the season unfolds.
- •Hamilton joined Ferrari last year amid significant expectations.
- •His first year with the team was described as flat.
- •In 2026, Hamilton's demeanor has markedly improved.
- •Frustrations stemmed from Ferrari's earlier development decisions.
- •Hamilton believes Ferrari's innovation is key to their success.
- 7:15 AMAutosport — "Ferrari should be the innovators": Hamilton on why he wanted Ferrari to be bold with its 2026 F1 car design
- 7:13 AMMotorsport.com — "Ferrari should be the innovators": Lewis Hamilton pleased Ferrari was bold in its 2026 F1 design
- 7:13 AMYahoo Sports — "Ferrari should be the innovators": Lewis Hamilton pleased Ferrari was bold in its 2026 F1 design
"Perhaps Lewis Hamilton hadn't quite realised what he'd let himself in for upon joining Ferrari last year. For all of the hype around his move to Formula 1's longest-serving team, his first year fell flat. His form so far in 2026, however, has illustrated a night-and-day difference in his demeanour. Many of his frustrations had been borne from Ferrari's decision to call quits on developing its ...Keep reading
"Perhaps Lewis Hamilton hadn't quite realised what he'd let himself in for upon joining Ferrari last year. For all of the hype around his move to Formula 1's longest-serving team, his first year fell flat. His form so far in 2026, however, has illustrated a night-and-day difference in his demeanour. Many of his frustrations had been borne from Ferrari's decision to call quits on developing its ...Keep reading
"Lewis Hamilton recounts "shouting from the top of the mountain" in his attempts to spur Ferrari on last year
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External links- AutosportJun 13, 2026, 7:15 AM"Ferrari should be the innovators": Hamilton on why he wanted Ferrari to be bold with its 2026 F1 car design
Perhaps Lewis Hamilton hadn't quite realised what he'd let himself in for upon joining Ferrari last year. For all of the hype around his move to Formula 1's longest-serving team, his first year fell flat. His form so far in 2026, however, has illustrated a night-and-day difference in his demeanour. Many of his frustrations had been borne from Ferrari's decision to call quits on developing its ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comJun 13, 2026, 7:13 AM"Ferrari should be the innovators": Lewis Hamilton pleased Ferrari was bold in its 2026 F1 design
Perhaps Lewis Hamilton hadn't quite realised what he'd let himself in for upon joining Ferrari last year. For all of the hype around his move to Formula 1's longest-serving team, his first year fell flat. His form so far in 2026, however, has illustrated a night-and-day difference in his demeanour. Many of his frustrations had been borne from Ferrari's decision to call quits on developing its ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 7:13 AM"Ferrari should be the innovators": Lewis Hamilton pleased Ferrari was bold in its 2026 F1 design
Lewis Hamilton recounts "shouting from the top of the mountain" in his attempts to spur Ferrari on last year
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