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Lewis Hamilton is using this season to adjust to life with Ferrari following a 12-year stint with Mercedes; however, he already has a key demand for 2026.
Lewis Hamilton openly expressed to Ferrari that his main focus is to have a car that would lead him to victory in the upcoming season.
Despite being a seven-time world champion, Hamilton faced challenges with Ferrari’s 2025 car, struggling to match his and Charles Leclerc’s expectations.
Although Hamilton managed to secure a sprint race win in China, he has not yet achieved a podium finish with the team.
Throughout the season, Hamilton has been behind Leclerc in qualifying due to the lack of outright pace in the car.
Looking ahead, Hamilton emphasized the importance of settling into Ferrari this year and aiming for a title charge in the following season with the new power unit regulations.
