Hamilton rates chances of title push after first Ferrari win

Lewis Hamilton is optimistic about his title prospects with Ferrari following a string of strong finishes, including a breakthrough win in Barcelona. While currently sitting 41 points behind championship leader Kimi Antonelli, Hamilton emphasizes the need for consistent development as Ferrari introduces a new engine update at the Red Bull Ring. He acknowledges that Mercedes remains the team to beat, describing the challenge of closing the gap as significant but not impossible. Addressing the shift in public perception regarding his performance and future, Hamilton remains focused on the present rather than championship math. He credits the collective hard work at Ferrari and echoes team principal Fred Vasseur’s call for grounded, diligent preparation. With a clear "north star" for development this season, Hamilton is committed to taking the season one race at a time in his pursuit of an eighth world title.