Lewis Hamilton confident Ferrari can fight for 2026 F1 title ahead of Hungarian Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton confident Ferrari can fight for 2026 F1 title ahead of Hungarian Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton says he believes Ferrari can challenge for the 2026 Formula 1 world championship after the team's strong progress during the opening half of the season.

The seven-time world champion has enjoyed a much stronger campaign after a difficult debut season with Ferrari in 2025.

Speaking ahead of this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix, Hamilton praised the work done by the Scuderia while insisting there is still more to come.

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F1 news: Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton heads to Silverstone with renewed belief as Jenson Button predicts British GP breakthrough

F1 news: Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton heads to Silverstone with renewed belief as Jenson Button predicts British GP breakthrough

Lewis Hamilton arrives at Silverstone with growing confidence after a strong run of form in his early Ferrari career. 

Former team-mate Jenson Button believes the seven-time world champion is well positioned to challenge for victory at his home Grand Prix.

With momentum building after recent podiums and a breakthrough win in Barcelona, Hamilton’s weekend carries real significance for his season, writes Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo.

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F1 news: Lewis Hamilton refuses to rule out title challenge after emotional first Ferrari victory

F1 news: Lewis Hamilton refuses to rule out title challenge after emotional first Ferrari victory

Lewis Hamilton says he is not giving up on the possibility of winning an eighth Formula 1 world championship this season after claiming his long-awaited first race victory with Ferrari at the 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.

The seven-time world champion delivered a dominant performance in Spain to secure his first win since July 2024 and finally end Ferrari's wait for a victory with the British driver.

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F1 news: Lewis Hamilton secures maiden Ferrari win at Barcelona GP as Kimi Antonelli forced to retire

F1 news: Lewis Hamilton secures maiden Ferrari win at Barcelona GP as Kimi Antonelli forced to retire

Lewis Hamilton secured his maiden Ferrari win at the Barcelona Grand Prix on Sunday as Mercedes’ winning streak came to an end after Drivers’ Championship leader Kimi Antonelli retired and George Russell finished in P2.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Mosaddek Abu discusses the key takeaways from the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.

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F1 opinion: Ferrari’s new era, with one defining question

F1 opinion: Ferrari’s new era, with one defining question

For nearly two decades, Ferrari’s “racing red” cars have driven towards something that once felt inescapable, writes Sports News Blitz’s Francesca O’Callaghan. 

After Kimi Räikkönen delivered Ferrari their last Drivers’ crown in 2007, the narrative has been filled with near-misses and a legacy growing increasingly cumbersome with every passing season. 

Even the constructors’ title, absent since 2008, feels like an antique, a time when Ferrari took centre stage, labelling themselves as the kings of motorsport. 

This is a team anchored in superiority, shaped by the vision of Enzo Ferrari, and marked by triumph.

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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 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 talking points after the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix

F1 news: Five talking points after the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix

The 2026 Formula 1 season continued with an action-packed race at the Shanghai International Circuit, with surprise winners and serious reliability concerns for several teams.

The Chinese Grand Prix delivered plenty of drama, and here Sports News Blitz’s Tyler Cooke looks at five key talking points following the race.

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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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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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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 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: 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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F1 news: Ferrari face pressure as Lewis Hamilton calls 2025 his worst year yet

F1 news: Ferrari face pressure as Lewis Hamilton calls 2025 his worst year yet

Ferrari’s 2025 season has been long and far from straightforward, with Lewis Hamilton describing his debut campaign in red as the most difficult of his career.

In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo explores the growing pressure around the seven-time champion and the team trying to steady the ship.

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