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March 5, 2026
‘That person has gone’: Lewis Hamilton ditches despair for feelgood Ferrari reboot
Seven-time world champion admits he ‘lost sight of who I was’ but has optimism as new campaign begins on Sunday
TL;DR
- Lewis Hamilton experienced a psychological break and lost sight of himself during the challenging 2025 Formula One season with Ferrari.
- He described the 2025 season as the worst of his career, failing to secure a podium and feeling adrift, attributing it partly to Ferrari's recalcitrant car.
- After a winter break focused on personal life, Hamilton feels re-energized, has rediscovered himself, and is optimistic about the new campaign.
- He feels more comfortable with the new Ferrari car, which is smaller and nimbler, and believes it may be capable of challenging for the title.
- Despite nearing the end of his career, Hamilton's experience, pace, and judgment remain, and he is eager to demonstrate his continued sharpness.
- Operational support from Ferrari, including the assignment of a permanent race engineer, will be crucial for Hamilton's performance if the car is competitive.
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