Ferrari 2026: Key Insights You Should Know
Ferrari’s 2025 season was difficult, marked by a significant drop in performance. The iconic racing team fell to fourth place in the Constructors’ Championship and failed to secure a single race victory. As technical regulations are set to change for the 2026 season, all eyes are on whether Ferrari can reclaim its former glory.
Drivers for 2026
Ferrari will retain its driver lineup for 2026, featuring Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton. This pairing aims to push the team back to the forefront of Formula 1.
Charles Leclerc
- Number: 16
- Grand Prix Wins: 8
- Podiums: 50
- Points: 1672
- Races Started: 171
Lewis Hamilton
- Number: 44
- World Championships: 7
- Grand Prix Wins: 105
- Podiums: 202
- Points: 5018.5
- Races Started: 380
Leclerc, entering his eighth season with Ferrari, struggled last year to convert opportunities into wins, aiming to improve his results in 2026. Meanwhile, Hamilton faced a challenging inaugural campaign as a Ferrari driver and ended the season without a podium finish for the first time in his career.
2025 Season Recap
The 2025 season began with hope after a close finish in 2024, where Ferrari was only 14 points behind McLaren. Their season started with promise, highlighted by Hamilton’s Sprint victory in China. However, both drivers faced disqualification during the Grand Prix due to technical issues, signaling the troubles that would follow.
Leclerc’s unexpected pole position in Hungary was a bright spot amid the team’s struggles. Ultimately, Ferrari’s performance slipped, leading to their lowest finish in the Constructors’ Championship since 2020. Team Principal Fred Vasseur acknowledged the psychological toll of focusing on the upcoming rules, yet expressed confidence in the team’s direction.
The Historic Legacy of Ferrari
Established in 1950, Ferrari is the only team that has participated in every Formula 1 season. They have secured 16 Constructors’ Championships and 15 Drivers’ titles, with nine different drivers achieving the latter. Alberto Ascari was the first champion in 1952, while Kimi Raikkonen was the most recent, winning the title in 2007.
Notable Champions
- Alberto Ascari
- Juan Manuel Fangio
- Michael Schumacher
- Niki Lauda
- Fernando Alonso
- Sebastian Vettel
Schumacher remains a standout figure, leading Ferrari through a dominant era from 2000 to 2004, where the team won five consecutive titles.
Goals for 2026
Ferrari’s focus is now firmly set on the 2026 season. Leclerc noted that redirecting resources was essential, as it became clear early on that they could not compete for the 2025 title. The team’s primary goal is to restore its status as a competitive force, returning to the winner’s circle after a season without victories.
Hamilton, while hoping for a turnaround, admitted to uncertainty about his mindset heading into 2026 after a tough year. If Ferrari can deliver a competitive car, the upcoming season has the potential to be exciting for both drivers and fans.
