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Lewis Hamilton reveals Ferrari F40 restoration project after selling entire car collection

Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he has acquired a rare Ferrari F40, fulfilling a lifelong ambition of his. The seven-time champion shared the news alongside photos of the retro supercar undergoing what looks like an engine-out restoration. "My very own F40. This is the car of my dreams and has been for as long as I can remember," Hamilton wrote. "As a kid I dreamt of having one. When I ... Keep…

Lewis Hamilton reveals Ferrari F40 restoration project after selling entire car collection

Ferrari is facing a management test with drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, according to pundit Will Buxton. Buxton compared Ferrari's pitwall hesitation with Mercedes' quick team orders during the Dutch Grand Prix. While Mercedes seamlessly swapped positions, Ferrari avoided issuing orders.

Leclerc has spoken out about not trying to recreate Max Verstappen's path to success at Red Bull. He said it would be a "mistake" to try and follow Verstappen's footsteps, instead choosing to "focus on my own situation" in search of a first title with Ferrari. Leclerc currently sits fifth in the Drivers' standings, 28 points behind his teammate Hamilton.

Hamilton has carried out a remarkable turnaround from 2025 to become Ferrari's best hope of a title so far in 2026. According to Motorsport.com, Buxton questioned Ferrari's ability to handle the dynamic between Hamilton and Leclerc.

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