Lewis Hamilton Vows to Bounce Back in 2026: ‘Joy, Passion, and Curiosity’ Drive Ferrari’s New Era After Frustrating 2025 Season
Lewis Hamilton, in collaboration with Almave—the non-alcoholic blue agave company he co-founded—has shared an open letter during the F1 off-season. The letter, reflecting on the challenges of the past year and looking ahead to the 2026 season, provides fans with an insight into Hamilton’s thoughts and mindset after what has been a tumultuous season with Ferrari.
The 2025 season marked a low point in Hamilton’s illustrious career, as he struggled to adapt to the underperforming Ferrari SF-25. For the first time in his career, he failed to reach a podium finish in any Grand Prix, an anomaly for the seven-time world champion. Throughout the season, he was often outpaced by his teammate, Charles Leclerc, and his frustration was evident in many media interviews. Despite the car’s shortcomings, Hamilton was left searching for answers and battling his own doubts.
In his letter, Hamilton reflects on the importance of taking time to pause and reassess. He emphasizes the need to learn from past experiences to better navigate the challenges ahead. “It’s essential to pause, reflect, and build on the defining milestones to guide what comes next,” he writes, acknowledging the tough season but showing a desire to grow and evolve.
Looking forward to 2026, Hamilton’s mindset is more focused on rediscovering the joy, passion, and curiosity that have always driven him throughout his career. “For 2026, I’m thinking about joy, passion, and curiosity…” he notes, signaling a renewed sense of purpose.
As the F1 world braces for the impact of new regulations, all eyes will be on Ferrari and Hamilton. The coming season promises to be a pivotal one, with fans eagerly awaiting whether the Scuderia, under Hamilton’s leadership, can bounce back from a disappointing year and compete at the highest level once again.
