Why Jolyon Palmer believes Ferrari should back Hamilton over Leclerc

Former Formula 1 driver and F1 TV analyst Jolyon Palmer has argued that Ferrari should prioritize Lewis Hamilton over Charles Leclerc in the 2026 season, suggesting the team ask Leclerc to play a supporting role in Hamilton's title campaign. Palmer's comments come amid the 2026 F1 season, with the Austrian Grand Prix weekend underway, where George Russell topped the timesheets in the final practice session. The suggestion reflects ongoing debate about Ferrari's internal team orders and how best to maximize their championship chances.