Lewis Hamilton insists Ferrari must improve their power unit performance for the 2027 F1 season as he eyes a record eighth world championship. Hamilton returned to the podium with a third-place finish at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, though a poor tyre choice cost him a chance to battle Max Verstappen and Red Bull for victory. Despite this, Hamilton remains confident in his car and team, crediting the factory staff for intelligent decisions and innovation throughout the season.
He acknowledges the team is currently down on power but believes the car is improving with seven rounds remaining, starting with a Sprint event in Singapore. Hamilton also addressed speculation surrounding Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur, criticizing the negative narrative surrounding the team. He hopes a strong result, potentially ahead of teammate Charles Leclerc, will quiet the chatter.
With the season ongoing, Hamilton says he is still enjoying the racing and feels fit and focused for the challenges ahead.
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