Hamilton: “I still have a contract, retirement isn’t even on my mind”

Hamilton’s future Ferrari has never officially communicated the duration of the contractual relationship with Lewis Hamilton, which started in 2025 and will last several years. Having blown out 41 candles in January, various speculations have arisen around the seven-time world champion regarding his future in Formula 1. In Montreal, where Hamilton has triumphed seven times, the Briton wanted to nip the possibility of retirement in the bud, arising both from his fluctuating performances driving the Red and from those of Oliver Bearman on the Haas. Hamilton’s words “I still have a contract, so everything is 100% clear as far as I’m concerned. I’m focused, motivated and I continue to love what I do with all my heart. I think I’ll be here for a long time, so you better get used to it”, this was his comment in the press conference. “There are a lot of people trying to make me retire, but it’s something that’s not even remotely on my mind,” he added. “I’m already thinking about what awaits me and I’m planning the next five years. And I’ll try to stay here for quite some time.” So in 2026 Compared to 2025, Hamilton undoubtedly started better, obtaining his first podium with Ferrari thanks to third place in Shanghai. In his latest statements, the seven-time world champion admitted that he feels Ferrari is more his own both from a technical and environmental point of view. Compared to those of Charles Leclerc, the results remain lower – 43 points against 51 – but without a doubt, on a mental level, Hamilton remains much more motivated than 12 months ago.

Automobile Magazine – F1 English News , 2026-05-22 04:15:00