P1racenews AI automatic summary:
All 22 F1 drivers spend their lives dealing with the pressure that comes with their jobs, but six have been singled out by F1 fans as facing the most intense scrutiny in 2026.
Lewis Hamilton is the standout among six F1 drivers facing high expectations from fans for the 2026 season, with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc also under scrutiny after a challenging debut year together. The pressure on the seven-time champion is intensifying, as fans are starting to question his future in the sport if he does not show stronger results. Isack Hadjar’s impressive rookie season earned him a promotion to Red Bull, where he will face the tough challenge of teaming up with Max Verstappen. On the other hand, Liam Lawson must excel alongside newcomer Arvid Lindblad to secure his future in F1. Lance Stroll and Franco Colapinto are also among the drivers under the microscope, with Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas facing different levels of pressure to deliver in the upcoming season. It remains to be seen which driver will rise to the occasion and perform under the heightened expectations of 2026.
