P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Six F1 drivers already facing trouble ahead of the 2026 season-opener…
Several top F1 drivers are entering the 2026 season with significant challenges to overcome, including team issues, unmet high expectations, and career uncertainties in the competitive world of Formula 1.
Fernando Alonso, facing a potential career setback due to Honda’s struggles, is uncertain about his chances to compete in the upcoming season with compromised performance and reliability concerns, hoping for rapid development to reach midfield competitiveness.
Despite hoping for a silver lining later in the season, Alonso faces one of the most challenging campaigns of his career, testing his patience and potentially leading to fiery moments depending on his openness about the situation.
Lewis Hamilton, facing a crucial year after a tough first season with Ferrari, needs to adapt to the new cars and turn things around, with promising signs of improved connection to the car and better performance in testing.
Hamilton’s collaboration in developing the new car has increased his feeling of connection and comfort with it, showing improvements in responsiveness and set-up that could lead to a successful season ahead for the 41-year-old driver.
