Lewis Hamilton was back on track with Ferrari for the Pirelli Formula 1 tyre test that has been taking place this week at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, with the first day topped by Lando Norris. As the new technical regulations for 2026 make F1 cars smaller and lighter,

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The Briton took part in a Pirelli tyre test for 2026 alongside Charles Leclerc, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri

Although the test was conducted for tyres that will be used during 2026 when a huge raft of rules and regulation changes will come into effect, the competitive nature of Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton “deserves” a record eighth World Championship, but must hope that joining Ferrari “unlocks” his pace of old. That is the claim put forward by Sky F1 pundit Naomi Schiff, who fears Hamilton risks a “sad” ending to his Formula 1 career unless he rebounds at Ferrari.