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Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc drop first verdict on Ferrari’s 2026 F1 car.
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc shared their first impressions on Ferrari’s 2026 F1 challenger at the Fiorano test track. Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, took the car for the first drive before handing over to Leclerc for the shakedown. Both drivers had a brief run to get an early feel of the new cars under the 2026 rules.
Hamilton expressed his excitement about reconnecting with the team and the passion of the Tifosi fans. He highlighted the day as reigniting his love for the sport and why he enjoys what he does. Leclerc emphasized that it was too early to judge performance but noted the importance of ensuring everything works properly, despite less-than-ideal conditions.
Hamilton is looking forward to a fresh start after a disappointing debut season with Ferrari. He expressed his excitement for new beginnings and the opportunity to reset and learn from past experiences. Both drivers are keen to continue testing and improving the new SF-26 for the upcoming F1 season.
