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F1 News Today: Hamilton ‘now Ferrari No. 2’, Horner comments spark driver move rumours
At the Canadian Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton has been informed that he now holds the No. 2 status at Ferrari due to a lackluster performance since joining the team. Hamilton’s disappointing 2025 season included zero podium finishes and this year he has struggled to keep up with his teammate, Charles Leclerc. There are rumors circulating that Oscar Piastri might sign with a different team, as comments by former Red Bull boss Christian Horner have fueled speculations. Max Verstappen’s debut at the Nurburgring 24 Hours was marred by late technical issues but he is determined to return next year. A former F1 team manager shared insights on how he almost signed F1 champion Kimi Raikkonen and the unexpected involvement of ‘Angry Birds’ creators in the negotiations.
