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Lewis Hamilton faces shocking sabotage at Ferrari: is his eighth title slipping away?

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January 30, 2026
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Lewis Hamilton faces shocking sabotage at Ferrari: is his eighth title slipping away?

Title: Lewis Hamilton Faces Ferrari’s Shocking Sabotage as 2026 Season Approaches!

In a shocking twist that no one saw coming, Lewis Hamilton is grappling with a crisis at Ferrari just when he should be gearing up for glory in the 2026 Formula 1 season. After a dismal inaugural year with the iconic Italian team, Hamilton is still reeling from a season that saw him fail to secure a single podium finish for the first time in his illustrious career. One can hardly believe it, but the seven-time world champion was utterly outclassed by teammate Charles Leclerc, who amassed an astonishing 242 points compared to Hamilton’s 156.

The question on everyone’s lips: What went wrong? While some argue that age and inexperience with Ferrari’s culture played a role, the real culprit may lie in Hamilton’s rocky relationship with his race engineer, Riccardo Adami. In the cutthroat world of Formula 1, a strong bond with a race engineer is crucial. It’s a realm rife with politics, where favoritism and back-stabbing run rampant. Drivers need a steadfast ally, someone who understands their needs and can navigate the treacherous waters of team dynamics. Unfortunately for Hamilton, that ally did not materialize.

Their partnership was riddled with issues right from the start. At the Miami Grand Prix, Hamilton was audibly frustrated, instructing Adami to take a “tea break” during a confusing radio exchange. It was an alarming sign that their communication was fraught with awkward silences and discomfort. As the season dragged on, it became painfully clear that the duo lacked the chemistry necessary for success. The vibes were off, and it showed on the track.

By the time the final race in Abu Dhabi rolled around, it was evident that both Hamilton and Adami would benefit from a fresh start. However, Ferrari’s handling of the situation has been puzzling at best. Instead of swiftly announcing their split and allowing Hamilton to start fresh with a new engineer, Ferrari allowed the uncertainty to linger. Rumors circulated during the off-season that Adami would remain, creating unnecessary tension and confusion.

As the clock ticked down to the 2026 testing sessions, Ferrari finally confirmed the split, but not before wasting valuable time that could have been spent securing a qualified replacement. Instead, Hamilton is left in a precarious position, being guided by Bryan Bozzi—Leclerc’s engineer—who is not the ideal fit for Hamilton’s style.

Now, as whispers circulate about potential replacements, including McLaren’s Cedric Michel-Grosjean—who is still on gardening leave and has never held a race engineer position—Hamilton is left to navigate this chaos with a new ally who lacks the necessary experience.

This entire debacle reeks of self-sabotage. How can a team with Ferrari’s legacy allow such a critical situation to unfold? As Hamilton prepares to enter the 2026 season, he faces the daunting prospect of starting cold with a new engineer, a scenario that could have—and should have—been avoided.

As the F1 world watches with bated breath, one thing is clear: if Ferrari doesn’t get its act together, Hamilton’s quest for that elusive eighth title may remain a distant dream. The stakes have never been higher, and with Ferrari fumbling the ball, the pressure is mounting. Will Hamilton rise to the occasion, or will this season mark the beginning of the end for one of the sport’s greatest legends? Only time will tell.

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