Lewis Hamilton urges Ferrari to prioritize his title bid after Monza qualifying
ESPN F1 • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 6:15 PM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Lewis Hamilton criticized Ferrari following a disappointing qualifying session at the Italian Grand Prix on September 5, 2026. The driver suggested the team failed to execute effectively during the session, potentially jeopardizing his championship standing. Hamilton indicated that the team must now decide on a clear driver priority to maintain a viable path toward the title. This public frustration highlights internal tension within the Ferrari garage during the final stages of the 2026 season. The driver remains focused on securing the necessary team support to keep his championship hopes alive as the race weekend continues in Monza.
- •Lewis Hamilton criticized Ferrari after qualifying at the 2026 Italian Grand Prix.
- •The driver warned that team coordination is vital for his 2026 championship bid.
- •Hamilton requested that the team prioritize his performance over others.
- •Tensions emerged regarding Ferrari's operational performance during the Monza session.
- 6:57 PMESPN F1 — Hamilton: Ferrari 'stumbled' in Monza qualifying
"Lewis Hamilton appeared to issue a message to his misfiring Ferrari team after qualifying for the Italian Grand Prix: prioritise me now or we can kiss the 2026 championship goodbye.
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