Lewis Hamilton has described his first season with Ferrari as a “nightmare” following another difficult outing at the São Paulo Grand Prix, where he was forced to retire on lap 37. The seven-time world champion’s much-anticipated move to the Scuderia has yet to yield success, leaving him frustrated and searching for positives in what has been one of the toughest campaigns of his illustrious career.
Hamilton, who joined Ferrari this season, admitted the results have fallen far short of expectations. He lamented the contrast between the dream of racing for the iconic Italian team and the harsh reality of their struggles. The Briton started 13th on the grid in Brazil but endured a chaotic race, suffering contact with teammate Carlos Sainz before sustaining floor damage in a failed overtaking attempt on Franco Colapinto. The damage proved terminal, forcing Hamilton to retire early.
The result compounds a disappointing season in which Hamilton remains without a podium finish. He currently sits sixth in the drivers’ standings, 66 points adrift of teammate Charles Leclerc. Despite the setbacks, the veteran remains optimistic that both he and Ferrari can turn things around in 2026. He expressed unwavering belief in the team’s long-term potential, insisting that perseverance and unity would eventually bring success.
Meanwhile, race winner Lando Norris continued his impressive championship charge with a dominant performance at Interlagos. Starting from pole position, the McLaren driver controlled the race to take victory ahead of teammate Oscar Piastri, extending his lead in the standings to 24 points.
After the race, Norris addressed criticism and fan hostility he has faced in recent weeks, particularly after being booed in Mexico. The 25-year-old revealed that he has learned to ignore outside noise and focus solely on his performance, admitting that earlier in the season he was overly affected by public opinion.
With just three races remaining, Norris stands on the brink of his first world championship, while Hamilton faces the challenge of rebuilding confidence and momentum as Ferrari shifts its attention to the future.
