Overview
- Hamilton branded himself “useless” after missing Q3 at the Hungarian GP, suggesting Ferrari consider a new driver
- Toto Wolff alongside Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali defended Hamilton, highlighting his “unfinished business” ahead of the 2026 technical overhaul
- Italian pundits and former Ferrari figures say broken promises on upgrades have left Hamilton feeling undervalued in Maranello
- Max Verstappen confirmed his Red Bull contract extension through 2028, closing the door on a 2026 switch to Mercedes
- Verstappen’s decision resolves uncertainty for Mercedes as George Russell negotiates a new deal with his contract expiring at season’s end