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Lewis Hamilton ‘shocked’ as Fernando Alonso given title nod
Former F1 racer Johnny Herbert has suggested that Fernando Alonso might have a better chance than Lewis Hamilton at returning to the top of the sport.
Hamilton’s move to Ferrari in 2025 hasn’t been as successful as hoped, with no podium finishes and a sixth-place finish in the drivers’ championship.
Alonso, now racing for Aston Martin at 44, is looking to get back to winning ways with the team’s improvements under Adrian Newey.
Herbert believes Alonso’s ability to maximize a car’s potential might give him the edge over Hamilton, who struggled last season.
With major regulation changes in 2026, both Hamilton and Alonso could have a chance to bounce back and add to their impressive careers in F1.
