Lewis Hamilton Survived His Ferrari Nightmare. Now Comes the Hard Part

Lewis Hamilton called the 2025 Formula 1 season the worst of his career . He qualified last on merit in Las Vegas — the first time that had ever happened in 19 years. He called himself “useless” after Hungary.

Ferrari chairman John Elkann told him publicly to talk less and drive more. That’s where things stood five months ago. Hamilton persevered and returned in 2026 with a fresh mindset.

And that, more than anything, tells you what you need to know about where Lewis Hamilton’s head is at heading into Miami. WATCH: The Miami Grand Prix, Exclusively on Apple TV+ This Sunday! Why Hamilton Went to Ferrari in the First Place When Lewis Hamilton left the comfort and success at Mercedes , it wasn’t about the money.

Hamilton left Mercedes — 12 seasons, six championships, every record that matters — for one reason. Ferrari was his dream team. It was always the dream.