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Seven-time F1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has taken the initiative over his preparation for the Canadian Grand Prix, after admitting his work at…
Seven-time F1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has acknowledged the shortcomings of his preparation for the Canadian Grand Prix, following his less-than-optimal work in Maranello before the Miami Grand Prix.
Despite a strong start to the 2026 season, Hamilton finds himself in fifth place in the drivers’ championship, trailing teammate Charles Leclerc by eight points, after ending last year 86 points adrift.
Facing a challenging Miami GP, Hamilton and Ferrari failed to meet expectations, as the team brought numerous upgrades but could only muster a sixth-place finish for Hamilton and an eighth-place finish for Leclerc.
With seven Canadian GP victories under his belt, Hamilton aims to bounce back at one of his historically favored tracks by adopting a new approach to his preparation, stepping away from simulator work that proved ineffective before Miami.
Acknowledging the need for a change in strategy, Hamilton highlighted the importance of simulating track conditions accurately to translate virtual setups into real-world success, with hopes of improving performance and achieving stronger results in the upcoming races.
