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Hamilton Pushes Ferrari for 2026 Power Unit Details as Struggles Persist

The seven-time champion has sought 2026 power-unit information to guide next season’s car development under tight budget-cap restrictions.

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Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Scuderia Ferrari prepares to drive in the garage prior to practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Australia at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit on March 14, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia.

Overview

  • Lewis Hamilton has provided Ferrari with multiple in-depth feedback documents and met with senior management to tackle issues with the SF-25 car.
  • He has requested access to Ferrari’s 2026 power-unit specifications to help shape the design of next year’s package.
  • Ferrari vice chairman Piero Ferrari says the team is caught in a negative performance cycle that budget-cap rules prevent them from quickly overcoming.
  • McLaren holds a 299-point lead in the Constructors’ Championship, while Red Bull has installed Laurent Mekies as team principal and Max Verstappen is focusing on mastering the 2026 regulations.
  • Organizers have confirmed the Italian Grand Prix at Monza is sold out, guaranteeing a full tifosi turnout for Ferrari’s home race.