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Former Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher has advised Lewis Hamilton to ‘vacate his cockpit’ and retire from the sport, urging Ferrari turn to Oliver Bearman to partner Charles Leclerc.
Former Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher has urged Lewis Hamilton to retire from the sport and suggested Ferrari should consider Oliver Bearman as Charles Leclerc’s new partner. Hamilton’s recent performance has not been stellar, with his last Grand Prix win two seasons ago and a disappointing season at Ferrari. Despite a better start in 2026, Hamilton still struggles to outperform Leclerc, who has been excelling with the car. Schumacher believes it’s time for Hamilton and Fernando Alonso to retire and give young talents a chance to shine in Formula 1. He also believes Bearman could challenge Leclerc if given the opportunity in Hamilton’s Ferrari seat.
