Hamilton explains why 2026 Ferrari suits him better

Lewis Hamilton has expressed his satisfaction with Ferrari's 2026 car, the SF-26, noting that it aligns much better with his driving style compared to last year's challenger. After a difficult 2025 season where he struggled with a car built before his arrival, Hamilton is grateful that the team incorporated his specific feedback into the new machine. Reflecting on the progress made, Hamilton described the new car as lighter and more nimble, offering a go-kart-like feel that he enjoys. While he recently secured a podium in China, he remains grounded, acknowledging that Mercedes still holds a performance advantage that the team must continue to work hard to overcome.