Overview
- Lewis Hamilton told reporters he will be racing in 2026 and, per David Croft’s account of a private chat, intends to continue with Ferrari despite his career-worst season.
- Ferrari plan a radically revised 2026 challenger with “little or nothing in common” with the SF-25 after halting 2025 development to focus on the rules reset.
- The team has hired former Mercedes aerodynamicist Giulia Zoppini to strengthen its 2026 program.
- Charles Leclerc has called 2026 “now or never” for Ferrari, saying early-season form could set the competitive order for the next four years.
- Separate reports highlight an unverified rumour that fuel partner Shell may be struggling to meet F1’s 2026 100% sustainable fuel requirement.