P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Hamilton risks being own worst enemy at Ferrari
In his Ferrari career so far, Lewis Hamilton has shown two sides of himself, the pessimistic champion and the inspirational Instagram poster. For his own sake in 2026, he should choose neither. The tifosi might tire of his contrasting demeanor during race weekends, from optimism to thoughts of retirement. If Hamilton continues with this attitude next season, questions may arise about his retirement decisions post-Abu Dhabi 2021.
2025 didn’t meet the expectations of Ferrari or Hamilton, highlighting the need for a fresh start in 2026. New regulations could reset the competitive order, giving Hamilton a clean slate to work with. To succeed off the track, Hamilton should focus on letting his driving speak for itself and avoid publicly dwelling on failures. It may be worth considering a media ban, learning from past issues with excessive communication.
Overall, the key for Hamilton in 2026 will be striking a balance between self-improvement and staying composed under pressure to achieve success with Ferrari.
