P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The biggest blocker to Lewis Hamilton winning an 8th F1 title is inside Ferrari
The only thing stopping you is you, but for Lewis Hamilton, his 28-year-old F1 teammate, Charles Leclerc, may also play a role. Hamilton boasts seven world titles and 105 race wins at Ferrari, compared to Leclerc’s zero titles and eight victories, but F1 championships are not determined on paper. In 2025, reasons for Hamilton’s poor performance were attributed to factors like the SF-25, team dynamics, and regulations. However, this year presents a new era for Hamilton with the SF-26, and expectations are high for his performance. Despite challenges, Leclerc’s impressive stats and youth pose a threat to Hamilton’s pursuit of an eighth world title.
