Now Lewis Hamilton leads and Ferrari follow: How F1 legend has taken over Maranello

Lewis Hamilton endured a difficult debut 2025 season with Ferrari, failing to reach a single podium and finishing sixth in the drivers' championship as Ferrari placed fourth in the constructors' standings. In 2026, Hamilton has taken on a clear leadership role within the Ferrari garage, transforming the team's dynamic. Meanwhile, teammate Charles Leclerc has committed his future to Ferrari by reportedly extending his contract into the 2030s ahead of the European leg of the 2026 season.