Martin Brundle noticed a more upbeat Lewis Hamilton during the Italian Grand Prix, describing him as “happier” and energized by the support of Ferrari fans at Monza. Despite a challenging debut season with Ferrari, highlighted by a win at the Chinese Grand Prix, Hamilton struggled to adapt to the team and car.
Following a disappointing Hungarian Grand Prix, where Hamilton criticized himself, he showed improvement at Monza despite starting from 10th place due to a grid penalty. Brundle observed a shift in Hamilton’s mindset, allowing him to enjoy racing again and make the best of his current situation.
Although Hamilton is gradually adjusting, he still finds driving the Ferrari car unfamiliar, especially in terms of achieving optimal performance. The Formula 1 fans can catch all the action live with Sky’s Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle, which includes access to various channels, Netflix, and Discovery+.
Hamilton acknowledged the challenge of adapting to a new driving style with the Ferrari, noting the gradual improvement and gaining confidence with each race. Despite the ongoing adjustments, Hamilton’s positive outlook and determination are evident as he strives to maximize his performance on the track.