Overview

• Bernie Ecclestone called Hamilton “tired” and advised immediate retirement, saying he would negotiate a release with Ferrari if a successor is ready
• Hamilton described himself as “useless, absolutely useless” after qualifying 12th at the Hungarian Grand Prix, underscoring his debut season woes at Ferrari
• Despite a Shanghai sprint win, Hamilton trails teammate Charles Leclerc by 42 points and has yet to clinch a race victory this year
• Hamilton insists he still loves racing and plans to use the summer break to rebuild confidence and form for the season’s second half
• Ferrari and Formula 1 leadership have not publicly addressed any contract adjustments or potential replacements, leaving his future at Maranello uncertain