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Ex-Ferrari ace Rubens Barrichello believes Lewis Hamilton has what it takes to win in red.
Former Formula 1 star Rubens Barrichello believes Lewis Hamilton can overcome his current struggle and achieve victory with Ferrari. Despite Hamilton’s challenging season with only one sprint race win and no podum finishes, Barrichello, who raced for Ferrari from 2000 to 2005, praises Hamilton’s abilities at 40. He stated, “It is not now that he has forgotten how to drive.” Barrichello is confident that Hamilton, now a seven-time world champion, can secure wins with Ferrari in the 2026 season if the team provides a competitive car. The 53-year-old’s optimism coincides with his own success, capturing the NASCAR Brazil Series title with a victory in Sao Paulo. Barrichello and Hamilton notably shared the F1 grid between 2007 and 2011, with Barrichello securing his last F1 win at the 2009 Italian Grand Prix ahead of Hamilton.
