Las Vegas, Nevada : Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton admitted he is “not looking forward” to the 2026 season as his first year with Scuderia Ferrari spirals into what he describes as the worst of his career.
In the Las Vegas Grand Prix Hamilton endured a rare milestone: qualifying in last place, followed by a finish of 10th after two McLarens were later disqualified. He has yet to stand on the podium through 22 races this season—a shocking drought for a driver of his calibre.
Hamilton, who joined Ferrari from Mercedes‑AMG Petronas F1 Team at the start of the year, said:
> “It’s been the worst season ever. No matter how much I try, it just keeps going worse.”
Ferrari’s struggles are no secret. The team has fallen from second place last season to a distant fourth in the constructors’ championship, and remains the only top-four squad in 2025 without a win.
Asked about 2026—when major rule changes loom that may shake up the sport—Hamilton’s response was blunt: the future holds little excitement while uncertainty reigns.
Ferrari chairman John Elkann has publicly urged Hamilton and teammate Charles Leclerc to “focus on driving and talk less”, intensifying the spotlight on internal pressures.
For Hamilton, the message is clear: a storied career is now mired in disappointment, and the road ahead, with new regulations and high expectations, looks far tougher than ever.
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