Lewis Hamilton issues new F1 2026 verdict after Max Verstappen battle

Lewis Hamilton, driving for Ferrari in the 2026 F1 season, was involved in a close P2 battle with Max Verstappen at the Canadian Grand Prix. Speaking after the race, Hamilton offered a mixed verdict on the new 2026 regulations, expressing appreciation for the closer racing while criticizing the new power units for lacking the visceral feel he associates with traditional motorsport. Hamilton referenced the old V8 engines as a benchmark, describing the current power units as giving a 'weird feeling' compared to what motorsport 'should be'.