Overview
- ESPN-cited paddock figures, reported by the Mirror, say Ferrari is not planning a new contract for Lewis Hamilton beyond 2026, with speculation pointing to Oliver Bearman as a future option.
- Italian outlet La Gazzetta dello Sport has reported Hamilton’s Ferrari deal is worth about £50m per year and includes an option to extend through 2027.
- The contract claims are based on media and paddock reporting, and none include official confirmation from Ferrari.
- Hamilton remains without a grand prix podium for Ferrari but has scored 37 points over the last five race weekends and qualified third in Mexico before a 10-second penalty.
- Charles Leclerc warned it will be “very, very tough” to hold second in the constructors’ standings given the SF-25’s limitations, with Mercedes close behind.