Lewis Hamilton has opened up about the extensive efforts he’s making to help Ferrari return to championship-winning form. Despite a tough debut season with the Italian team—marked by a lack of podiums in the first 12 races—Hamilton remains committed to driving improvement. He says he’s pushing for internal changes because he refuses to be another high-profile driver who fails to win a title with Ferrari.
Hamilton has been heavily involved behind the scenes, spending several days each week at Ferrari’s Maranello base. He’s held meetings with top executives including chairman John Elkann, CEO Benedetto Vigna, and team principal Fred Vasseur. His focus has been on addressing current car issues, planning for next season’s development, and proposing both technical and structural adjustments to boost performance.
To aid the team, Hamilton has submitted detailed documents outlining weaknesses and offering suggestions. He revealed that after the first few races of the season, he created a full report, followed by two more during the mid-season break. These documents covered issues with the SF-25 and included ideas for the 2026 car’s suspension, engine, and overall structure.
Hamilton, now 40, emphasized that his motivation stems from a belief in Ferrari’s immense potential. He described the team as passionate but not yet operating at full capacity. Drawing on his experience with McLaren and Mercedes, he’s determined to challenge inefficiencies and push every department to improve, stating that it’s “crunch time” for his career.
Ultimately, Hamilton’s goal is to add an eighth world championship to his record and cement his legacy with Ferrari. He acknowledges the historical challenges faced by past champions at the team but insists he will not settle for the same fate. He’s calling on the organization to unite and believes that with the right changes, Ferrari can become a dominant force once again.
About the Author
