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Lewis Hamilton Views Internal Changes at Ferrari as a Long-Term Process
Lewis Hamilton has stated that reshaping the internal culture and structure at Ferrari is a long-term process that requires step-by-step changes. He noted that the team has willingly acknowledged areas needing improvement as they work together toward returning to F1 championship success.
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Lewis Hamilton has spoken about ongoing discussions at Ferrari as the team works toward a return to glory in Formula 1. After joining the team for the 2025 season, the seven-time world champion experienced initial struggles adjusting to the operational side and team culture, which differed from Mercedes. Hamilton and teammate Charles Leclerc also initially disagreed on a Lap 1 incident.
By 2026, Hamilton noted a positive shift in team communication, praising Ferrari for adjusting to his requests and suggestions. However, he emphasized that introducing major changes to a team deeply rooted in tradition and culture is a long-term process involving trial and error rather than an overnight fix.
According to Hamilton, the process begins with internal discussions and acknowledging areas that require change, which the team has done willingly. While Ferrari has spent 18 years without a Championship title, Hamilton believes that a willingness to adapt, combined with his title-winning experience at Mercedes, can help push the team back to the top.
Motorsport · Motorsport Week · Published 01:00 · 12 Sept 2026
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