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Lewis Hamilton urges Ferrari to keep pressure on Kimi Antonelli

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 9:54 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Lewis Hamilton urges Ferrari to keep pressure on Kimi Antonelli
Summary

Lewis Hamilton has called on Ferrari to intensify their efforts against Kimi Antonelli as the F1 Dutch Grand Prix approaches this weekend. Currently 50 points behind the championship leader, Hamilton acknowledges the challenges posed by Antonelli, who is yet to show weaknesses this season. The seven-time world champion highlighted the importance of development in closing the gap to Antonelli and expressed confidence in his team's capacity to improve. Hamilton aims to make significant strides in the second half of the season after a tumultuous first half marred by penalties and missed opportunities.

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  • •Hamilton is 50 points behind championship leader Antonelli.
  • •Ferrari's performance is crucial as the Dutch Grand Prix nears.
  • •Hamilton commended Antonelli but noted he has no visible weaknesses.
  • •Hamilton aims for better results in the season's second half.
  • •Max Verstappen signed a new contract with Red Bull before the race.
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  • 9:54 AMYahoo Sports — Lewis Hamilton urges Ferrari to ‘apply the pressure’ on Kimi Antonelli in F1 title battle
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Hamilton is 50 points behind championship leader Antonelli as he hunts a record-breaking eighth world championship

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