Overview
- Lewis Hamilton told reporters in São Paulo that contract negotiations are not imminent, noting teams typically open talks the year before a deal ends.
- He said he has a "pretty long" commitment to Ferrari, countering recent speculation about near-term renewal or replacement discussions.
- Hamilton’s first season with Ferrari has produced no podiums, and UK reporting notes he trails team‑mate Charles Leclerc by 64 points in the standings.
- He praised Ferrari junior Oliver Bearman after the Haas driver’s fourth place in Mexico, calling the 20‑year‑old’s progress "phenomenal" as 2027 lineup talk circulates.
- Following a 10‑second penalty in Mexico, Hamilton criticized stewarding and urged greater transparency and accountability in decision-making.