Hamilton: 2026 cars still “not natural” to drive, expects learnings

Hamilton described the 2026 cars as still "not natural" to drive and flagged adaptation and team learning as key to future performance improvements.

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- “It is definitely still not natural, and we still are having to work at it massively,” Hamilton told media including RacingNews365.
- He pointed to increased importance of energy management under the 2026 rules.
- Hamilton expects drivers and teams will make significant learnings and improvements over time.
- Hamilton remains competitive but off the championship lead; RacingNews365 noted he is 101 points behind Kimi Antonelli.
- Hamilton said Ferrari are "right in the mix" but admitted the team must make the next step to close gaps to rivals.
- Comments reflect broader themes of adjustment to the 2026 regulations.

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