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Lewis Hamilton backed not to retire “on a down” as frustrations laid bare
Juan Pablo Montoya is confident that Lewis Hamilton won’t retire from F1 amid his struggles at Ferrari. Hamilton has yet to secure a top-three finish since joining Ferrari in 2025, with his difficulties evident at the recent Qatar Grand Prix. Despite starting the sprint race from the pit lane, Hamilton couldn’t make progress and felt his Ferrari had regressed in performance. Montoya believes Hamilton is venting frustration but still wants to prove himself. Looking ahead to 2026, Ferrari is aiming to bounce back with a competitive car as they navigate a challenging season and pressure on team principal Frederic Vasseur.
