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Lewis Hamilton is working closely with a former Mercedes ally to help turn Ferrari’s fortunes around.
Lewis Hamilton has shared that a former Mercedes F1 ally, Loic Serra, plays a central role in Ferrari’s plans to make a comeback in 2026. Serra, who previously worked as performance director at Mercedes during Hamilton’s successful stint, joined Ferrari as the chassis technical director in 2024. Despite Ferrari’s underwhelming performance in 2025, currently positioned third and 191 points behind McLaren, Hamilton is focused on ensuring the 2026 car can compete for the championship. Collaborating with Serra and the team, Hamilton is prioritizing improvements in the front and rear suspension, addressing understeer issues, and learning from past experiences to make next year the best yet. His main goal is to strive for long-term success by implementing changes and enhancements with the team’s support.
