Lewis Hamilton has denied hypothesis a couple of potential alternative at Ferrari, admitting he has a “fairly lengthy contract” with the F1 workforce.
Hamilton signed with Ferrari at the beginning of the 2025 F1 season, ending a profitable 12-year spell with Mercedes.
Hamilton’s transfer to Ferrari didn’t meet expectations.
Ferrari has not given Hamilton a automotive to problem for normal F1 wins, however Hamilton has additionally struggled to totally adapt to life at Maranello.
Hamilton continues to be ready for his first podium in Ferrari F1 forward of this weekend’s Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
The primary spotlight of the 12 months for Hamilton was profitable the dash race in China.
Total, it has been a disappointing marketing campaign for Hamilton, who’s absolutely centered on the brand new guidelines that shall be launched in 2026.
Hamilton’s efficiency has led to hypothesis about his future in F1 and whether or not he might take his place subsequent 12 months.
Oscar Piastri is rumored to be interested by driving for Ferrari in 2027.
Ferrari junior Ollie Bearman additionally carried out effectively in his rookie season, resulting in recommendations that he might exchange Hamilton sooner or later.
Talking in Brazil on Thursday, Hamilton spoke about his present contract with Ferrari.
“So usually whenever you signal a contract it is normally a 12 months earlier than you begin speaking about it,” he advised reporters in Brazil.
“So I’ve acquired a fairly lengthy contract, so I am type of taking a break from that (new contract negotiations) proper now.”
Hamilton praises Bearman
Bearman achieved the identical greatest end result as Haas on the earlier Mexico event, ending in 4th place.
The British driver continued to impress in his rookie F1 season, outperforming his extra skilled teammate Esteban Ocon.
Of Bearman, Hamilton added: “I believed it was nice. I used to be very completely satisfied for him. However it’s additionally his first race and it actually exhibits how he is progressed.”
“Once more, a very nice participant. Nice strategy, very approachable and I believe he is carried out an outstanding job there. I believe they’ve carried out a terrific job this previous 12 months.”
“They’ve clearly improved loads as effectively. I am actually trying ahead to seeing his future.”
