Overview
- Speaking to Ferrari Magazine, Hamilton said the partnership needs time, citing adaptation to a new environment and the scale of the move.
- Hamilton emphasized focusing on controllable factors such as preparation, collaboration with the team, daily approach and positivity.
- This season he sits sixth in the standings on 146 points after 20 rounds, with no full‑race podiums and a best finish of fourth at multiple grands prix, while Charles Leclerc is 64 points ahead.
- Multiple outlets report that several senior Ferrari figures may be reluctant to offer a new contract once his current agreement expires.
- Coverage also links George Russell and Ferrari protege Oliver Bearman as speculative future options for the seat.