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Ferrari Austrian GP change confirmed after baffling Hamilton claim
The FIA confirmed changes to Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari car after his unusual comments before the Austrian Grand Prix weekend.
Ferrari is looking to challenge McLaren and Mercedes more regularly to secure a better position in the constructors’ championship.
Despite a competitive driver lineup, Ferrari finished behind McLaren in 2024 and has brought upgrades to Spielberg for improvement.
However, Hamilton expressed uncertainty about the impact of the updates, highlighting the team’s struggles in 2025.
With Hamilton and Leclerc currently in the lower positions in the drivers’ championship, Ferrari faces challenges in turning their season around.
Looking ahead to 2026, significant changes are expected in the sport, with the partnership between Hamilton and Ferrari under scrutiny.
Other top teams like Red Bull, Mercedes, and McLaren have also made adjustments for the Austrian Grand Prix weekend.
