Lewis Hamilton’s second-place finish at the Montreal Grand Prix marked a significant milestone, as he finally seemed to be meshing with the Ferrari squad after a challenging first season in 2025.
Hamilton’s performance was a testament to the hard work and dedication of the team, particularly his new engineering set-up, which included former McLaren man Cedric Michel-Grosjean and performance engineer Luca Diella.
Key to Success
The seven-time world champion’s ability to provide key input into the 2026 development project, unlike in 2025, has been instrumental in his improved performance, allowing him to work closely with his engineer to fine-tune the car.
Hamilton’s engineer, supported by Carlo Santi, played a crucial role in helping him to “cipher through the data” and make adjustments to the car, resulting in a more comfortable and competitive drive.
Team Effort
The entire Ferrari team, including Fred Vasseur, has been supportive of Hamilton’s needs, making significant changes to ensure he feels comfortable and able to perform at his best.
As Hamilton prepares for the upcoming Monaco Grand Prix, where Santi will engineer the Briton, he is confident that the team’s hard work and dedication will continue to pay off, and he will be able to build on his recent success.
Looking Ahead
With Hamilton’s newfound comfort and confidence in the car, the stage is set for an exciting and competitive season, as he looks to challenge for the top spot and bring home more victories for Ferrari.
As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how Hamilton and the Ferrari team continue to work together to achieve their goals, and whether they can maintain their current level of performance and success.
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