Hamilton ‘more focused than ever’ amid 2026 title push

Heading into the Hungarian Grand Prix, Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton currently sits second in the Drivers' Championship, trailing Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli by 45 points. After a challenging 2025 season, Hamilton has revitalized his form with five podium finishes and a victory in Barcelona this year. The seven-time champion remains optimistic about his title chances, emphasizing that he is more focused than ever and confident that Ferrari has the competitive edge to challenge Mercedes. Hamilton also highlighted the importance of refining weekend execution, noting missed opportunities in Silverstone and Spa. Meanwhile, teammate Charles Leclerc is focused on maintaining Ferrari's recent momentum following strong results in Britain and Belgium. Leclerc remains cautious, stressing the need for precise preparation at the Hungaroring, where minor details significantly influence performance, as the team looks to balance high expectations with consistent results.