After his much‑hyped switch to Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton’s debut season was underwhelming. The seven‑time world champion struggled to adapt to a car that lacked rear‑end stability and finished well behind his teammate. Recently, he shared a candid reflection, saying he “forgot who he was” but is now motivated to fight again. He has spoken about spending the off‑season re‑centering himself, working closely with engineers and renewing his mental toughness.

Evidence backs his renewed confidence: Ferrari topped several pre‑season sessions in Bahrain, with Charles Leclerc and Hamilton trading fastest laps. The Scuderia’s new car appears to have solved many of last year’s issues, and Hamilton looks more comfortable behind the wheel. Rivals have noticed; Red Bull and Mercedes engineers have publicly acknowledged that Ferrari could be the team to beat.

Hamilton’s openness adds another layer to the narrative. It humanises a driver who has spent years at the top and frames his 2026 campaign as a redemption arc. For F1 devotees — and Kenyan fans who admire his activism and style — a rejuvenated Hamilton is must‑watch television.

Expect social media to buzz with every qualifying lap, strategic call and pit‑wall radio message. A fierce Hamilton in a competitive Ferrari is a storyline even non‑F1 fans will find compelling.