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‘Slower than GP2’ – Why Lewis Hamilton is now criticising F1 2026 cars
Lewis Hamilton initially praised the new 2026 F1 cars for being “more fun” to drive, but later criticized them, saying they feel slower than GP2 and are more challenging to handle in Bahrain due to gusty conditions and high temperatures. He expressed concerns about the complexity of the new rules, especially regarding active aerodynamics and energy management, and worried that fans wouldn’t understand them. Hamilton mentioned that he is still adjusting to the new cars and hasn’t fully optimized their performance yet, so he refrained from making a final judgment on whether F1 2026 will be better for him. Despite the initial excitement for the changes in F1, Hamilton is cautious and emphasizes the need for further testing and adjustments before forming a definitive opinion on the new generation of cars.
