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F1 News Today: Lewis Hamilton told not to overpromise as British legend shares testing disagreement
Lewis Hamilton has been advised to stay grounded at Ferrari despite a positive start to pre-season testing. The Scuderia’s performance is still uncertain, as Charles Leclerc expressed uncertainty about the SF-26’s standing. Sky F1’s Craig Slater emphasized the need for Hamilton and Leclerc to continue working hard before feeling competitive. F1 legend Martin Brundle criticized the behind-closed-doors Barcelona testing decision. Hamilton topped the timesheets in the final moments, outdoing Lando Norris, despite the unofficial nature of the results. Mercedes left testing early after a dominant showing, impressing with their reliability and performance. The 2026 F1 regulations are expected to benefit drivers like Max Verstappen, who is predicted to excel in the new era.
