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Ferrari’s driver line-up will be in safe hands when Lewis Hamilton departs the team, according to IndyCar driver James Hinchcliffe.
Former IndyCar driver James Hinchcliffe believes Oliver Bearman is the potential successor to Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari. Hamilton has faced challenges adapting to Ferrari after moving from Mercedes this year. While Hamilton has a contract for next year, his future after 2026 is uncertain. Bearman, a member of the Ferrari junior program, has impressed with solid performances, leading to speculation about his future at Ferrari. Having demonstrated promise, including a strong fourth-place finish in Mexico City, Bearman’s career trajectory suggests he could inherit Hamilton’s seat at Ferrari when the seven-time champion decides to retire from Formula 1. Despite his young age, Bearman’s talent and potential indicate a bright future in F1, possibly as a long-term fixture on the grid, whether at Ferrari or elsewhere.
