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Charles Leclerc says Ferrari is drawing on Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes-honed experience as the team attempts to overcome its long-standing struggles

Charles Leclerc felt Ferrari has made progress with its F1 car suspension upgrade but couldn’t hide his disappointment at the deficit to McLaren’s sprint race polesitter Oscar Piastri

In a moment that melted hearts across the paddock, Mercedes’ rising star Kimi Antonelli was seen holding an umbrella for Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton after the national anthem at the Belgian Grand Prix, showcasing sportsmanship and mutual respect despite being on rival teams.

Hamilton is a five-time winner of the Belgian GP, including last year, when he inherited victory after George Russell’s disqualification. You have to go back to his debut season in 2007 for the last time he finished the race but failed to stand on the podium, crossing the line in fourth place. It’s a track he loves and where he flourishes.

Racing Bulls has tackled its diffuser and rear corner winglets to improve the airflow around the rear of the VCARB 02, while also bringing bespoke low-drag rear wings, with new team boss Alan Permane telling Motorsport.com the team is looking at bringing one more minor upgrade after the summer break while aero development has shifted to 2026.

F1 legend Lewis Hamilton has joked that he still has a sway in the Mercedes garage as the paddock awaits an official decision from team principal Toto Wolff over his 2026 driver line-up. F1 pundit Ralf Schumacher has suggested that discussions have taken place regarding the long-term future of Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur.

Lewis Hamilton is working to drag Ferrari to the front of the grid where he and team-mate Charles Leclerc would both relish a Formula 1 title battle if they get the chance