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Former Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher has advised Lewis Hamilton to ‘vacate his cockpit’ and retire from the sport, urging Ferrari turn to Oliver Bearman to partner Charles Leclerc.
Former Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher has suggested that Lewis Hamilton should retire from the sport and make way for young talent Oliver Bearman to partner Charles Leclerc at Ferrari. Hamilton’s recent struggles include his first winless season with Ferrari and being outperformed by Leclerc. Despite a strong start in 2026 with a podium finish in Shanghai, Hamilton has faced challenges, finishing behind Leclerc in subsequent races. Schumacher, along with Fernando Alonso, believes it is time for both veterans to retire and pave the way for new drivers. He sees Bearman as a potential challenger to Leclerc if given the opportunity, given his performances with Haas and in the Ferrari academy. The future remains uncertain as fans debate Hamilton’s potential resurgence and the possibility of Bearman shaking up the competition at Ferrari.
