F1 news: Lewis Hamilton backed for Ferrari success as 2026 title race remains wide open

F1 news: Lewis Hamilton backed for Ferrari success as 2026 title race remains wide open

Former Formula One driver and analyst Martin Brundle has thrown his support behind Lewis Hamilton, insisting the seven time world champion still has what it takes to win races, and potentially fight for a title, with Ferrari.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo takes a closer look at Hamilton’s resurgence at Ferrari, the impact of the new regulations, and what to expect as the 2026 Formula One season heads into the Miami Grand Prix.

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F1 opinion: Ferrari are right to be furious, Mercedes’ ‘innovation’ is just legal cheating

F1 opinion: Ferrari are right to be furious, Mercedes’ ‘innovation’ is just legal cheating

Here we go again. Different regulations, same circus, writes Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo.

Ferrari spend years preparing for a regulation reset, playing by the book, trying to build something competitive...and then along comes Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team with yet another “clever interpretation” that just happens to give it a massive edge.

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F1 news: Lewis Hamilton questions Ferrari power after ‘barely holding on’ at Japanese GP

F1 news: Lewis Hamilton questions Ferrari power after ‘barely holding on’ at Japanese GP

Lewis Hamilton has had a mixed second season at Ferrari so far, but he revealed that a mysterious power loss ruined his chances of back-to-back podiums in the closing stages of the Japanese Grand Prix.

Hamilton’s comments marked his latest criticism of Ferrari’s set-up, with the seven-time world champion admitting to struggling at Suzuka. Here, Sports News Blitz writer Luca Salmasi takes a closer look at what went wrong.

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F1 news: Five takeaways from Ferrari’s Chinese Grand Prix; Lewis Hamilton on podium
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F1 news: Five takeaways from Ferrari’s Chinese Grand Prix; Lewis Hamilton on podium

Scuderia Ferrari arrived at the Shanghai International Circuit and showcased vast improvement since last weekend in Melbourne.

Whilst Ferrari couldn’t quite take the top spots away from Kimi Antonelli and George Russell, the weekend gave a much better indication of how competitive Ferrari can be in the battle at the top against Mercedes.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer and Ferrari fan Luca Salmasi takes a look at five key talking points from Ferrari’s second race of the season.

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F1 News: Five talking points ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix

F1 News: Five talking points ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix

The 2026 Formula One season heads to Shanghai this weekend for the next chapter of what is already shaping up to be a fascinating title fight.

After a dramatic opening race in Melbourne, where George Russell led a dominant Mercedes one two, several storylines are beginning to emerge as teams prepare for the Chinese Grand Prix.

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Ferrari’s Australian GP: Five key takeaways from a weekend of mixed fortunes

Ferrari’s Australian GP: Five key takeaways from a weekend of mixed fortunes

Scuderia Ferrari’s season kicked off at Albert Park in Melbourne, and the action provided plenty of talking points.

Whilst the weekend didn’t entirely go to plan, it gave indications of a potentially wide-open title race and glimpses of how successful the team could be this season.

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Lewis Hamilton feels ‘winning mentality’ at Ferrari ahead of new F1 season

Lewis Hamilton feels ‘winning mentality’ at Ferrari ahead of new F1 season

Lewis Hamilton says he can feel a strong winning mentality at Ferrari as the team builds towards the 2026 Formula 1 season.

The seven-time world champion was speaking after a positive week of running at the Barcelona Shakedown, where Ferrari worked through its programme with few problems.

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F1 news: Lewis Hamilton signals optimism after first Ferrari run of 2026

F1 news: Lewis Hamilton signals optimism after first Ferrari run of 2026

Lewis Hamilton’s first taste of Ferrari machinery for the 2026 Formula One season delivered more reassurance than concern, even if the conditions in Barcelona were far from ideal.

Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo breaks down the key takeaways from Hamilton’s opening Ferrari outing and what it could mean heading into the new era.

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Ferrari’s planning missteps threaten Lewis Hamilton’s 2026 F1 start

Ferrari’s planning missteps threaten Lewis Hamilton’s 2026 F1 start

In modern Formula 1, identifying a problem is rarely the challenge. Finding a solution is where teams often stumble.

Ferrari seem to be caught in precisely this trap with Lewis Hamilton as the 2026 season approaches.

Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo explores the risk Ferrari run by delaying decisive action, and how poor planning around Hamilton could compromise his start to the 2026 Formula 1 season.

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F1 news: Why Lewis Hamilton’s SF-26 seat fit could define 2026

F1 news: Why Lewis Hamilton’s SF-26 seat fit could define 2026

Ferrari’s leap into the 2026 Formula 1 era comes with sweeping regulation changes and even bigger questions after a bruising season exposed fundamental weaknesses.

Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo examines why Lewis Hamilton’s SF-26 seat fit could become one of the most important early indicators of whether Ferrari’s reset is finally heading in the right direction.

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F1 news: Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton says it’s ‘time for change’

F1 news: Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton says it’s ‘time for change’

Lewis Hamilton has entered 2026 with a statement that reflects both honesty and resolve.

Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo looks at how Lewis Hamilton’s reflective birthday message signals a personal reset and a potentially defining year ahead for both the seven-time world champion and Ferrari.

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F1 news: Stefano Domenicali backs Fred Vasseur as Ferrari eye comeback in 2026

F1 news: Stefano Domenicali backs Fred Vasseur as Ferrari eye comeback in 2026

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has publicly backed Fred Vasseur as the right man to lead Scuderia Ferrari’s bid to return to the top of the sport next season.

Domenicali, speaking about Ferrari’s plans for 2026, stressed his confidence in Vasseur’s leadership and the team’s ability to improve after a challenging 2025 campaign.

Ferrari endured a difficult 2025 season, finishing fourth in the Constructors’ Championship - their lowest position in years - and managing only a handful of podiums.

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Ferrari news: Lewis Hamilton brings Christmas spirit to Maranello

Ferrari news: Lewis Hamilton brings Christmas spirit to Maranello

Lewis Hamilton may have ended 2025 drained and frustrated, but the seven-time world champion found a different kind of victory as the year closed - one rooted in gratitude, connection, and Christmas cheer at Maranello.

Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo looks at how Hamilton’s unexpected festive gesture brought warmth back into the heart of Ferrari after a difficult debut season in red.

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F1 analysis: How Ferrari fell short in the 2025 Formula 1 season
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F1 analysis: How Ferrari fell short in the 2025 Formula 1 season

With few highs and many lows, Ferrari endured a disappointing Formula 1 season in 2025.

The team wrestled with efforts to find consistency and reliability - issues that marked the overall campaign in an underwhelming year.

In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Ellie Man reflects on what was a long and difficult season for the Scuderia.

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F1 news: Maurizio Arrivabene says ‘It’s over’ for Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari future

F1 news: Maurizio Arrivabene says ‘It’s over’ for Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari future

Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari was meant to represent one final, defining challenge, but his debut season provided little hope.

Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo examines Arrivabene’s blunt assessment and the deeper implications it carries for Hamilton’s future in red.

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F1 news: What’s next for Lewis Hamilton after a difficult first season at Ferrari?

F1 news: What’s next for Lewis Hamilton after a difficult first season at Ferrari?

Lewis Hamilton’s first year in red was supposed to be the beginning of his long-awaited resurgence, but it instead became one of the toughest campaigns of his career.

Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo breaks down where the seven-time champion goes from here after a season defined by disappointment, doubt, and determination.

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F1 news: Ferrari under pressure as 2026 regulations usher in a new era
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F1 news: Ferrari under pressure as 2026 regulations usher in a new era

With Lando Norris claiming the World Championship, the 2025 Formula 1 season has drawn to a thrilling close.

But developments for next year are already well underway.

New regulations and a reimagining of car design mean that the teams face a reset, reshaping the competitive order of the grid.

Sports News Blitz’s Ellie Man explores the new F1 regulations to be introduced in 2026, as well as Ferrari’s prospects after a disappointing season.

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F1 news: Lewis Hamilton signals major Ferrari changes for 2026

F1 news: Lewis Hamilton signals major Ferrari changes for 2026

Lewis Hamilton’s first season in red has been full of challenges, and the seven-time world champion believes Ferrari must make structural changes to move forward.

Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo explores Hamilton’s reflections on 2025 - and his clear message about what needs to change for 2026.

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