Lewis Hamilton Ferrari progress is defying earlier doubts, with Ferrari reportedly advancing on schedule with their 2026 car despite recent concerns about overly ambitious plans slowing development. The Italian edition of Motorsport recently affirmed that the team is experiencing no major setbacks as they approach the car’s official reveal on January 23. Although the SF-26 is not yet fully completed, it has already undergone several dynamic test sessions to ensure readiness for a confidential testing phase in Barcelona later this month.
Ferrari Faces Urgent Need to Recover Competitiveness
The 2025 Formula 1 season proved deeply disappointing for Ferrari, a team that had closed 2024 boasting the fastest car on the grid. This superior pace failed to carry over, resulting in a fourth-place finish in the constructors’ standings—far below expectations for the storied Italian outfit. Lewis Hamilton, who switched allegiance from Mercedes to the Prancing Horse prior to last season, faced particular frustration as his former team climbed to second overall, while he failed to secure a single podium finish throughout the year.
Hamilton’s teammate Charles Leclerc performed better but still ended the season fifth in the drivers’ championship, trailing Hamilton who ranked sixth and finishing behind both McLaren drivers, as well as title contenders Max Verstappen and George Russell.
Anticipation Builds for the Australian Grand Prix Return
With the new season fast approaching, uncertainty surrounds which team will bring the fastest car to the Australian Grand Prix. Among those hoping to see Ferrari return to form is one English driver settled at Maranello, eager to race in the iconic red livery once again. While the full potential of Ferrari’s 2026 package remains to be seen, current test sessions and ongoing preparations signal their commitment to reversing recent setbacks and challenging the leading teams once more.
“There’s a piece of Ferrari news that isn’t all doom and gloom!” ?Italian Motorsport Edition
“They’re running entirely on schedule and with ‘no problems’.” ?Italian Motorsport Edition
“That’s according to a report from the Italian edition of Motorsport at least, who report that things are running as smoothly as could be expected toward their January 23rd launch date.” ?Italian Motorsport Edition
