Lewis Hamilton has extended Ferrari’s podium streak with back‑to‑back finishes in Canada and Monaco, yet the Canadian champion Jacques Villeneuve reminds the seven‑time world champion that a direct battle with Mercedes still feels out of reach.
Ferrari’s Resurgence
Hamilton’s second‑place sprint on the Monte Carlo streets pushed him ahead of George Russell in the drivers’ standings, leaving him firmly in second place behind championship leader Kimi Antonelli.
Speaking on Sky Sports F1, Villeneuve praised Hamilton’s recent momentum but highlighted the car’s enduring speed gap: “Lewis has had two amazing races, but it still wasn’t enough to beat Mercedes in a straight fight.” He added, “He can rely on Russell and Antonelli encountering issues or falling off; until then, Hamilton’s run feels aggressive and strong.”
Hamilton’s Resolve
Hamilton confirmed he is still in a championship campaign. “My approach is full attack, full commitment, continuously galvanising the team and pushing in the right direction,” he said in Barcelona. “We have a North Star – we know where we need to go. It’s not just fixing glitches for next week; staying aligned and pushing together could lead us to a magical place.”
Practice Figures
After skipping FP1 to give rookie Dino Beganovic a stint, Hamilton clocked the ninth‑fastest lap in second practice Saturday. The final practice session is set for 12:30 p.m. local time (11:30 a.m. UK) on June 13.
With the final practice session approaching, Hamilton’s focus remains on refining Ferrari’s race pace as the title chase tightens around the corners of Barcelona.
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