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Lewis Hamilton arrives in Melbourne radiating “rebirth,” but Charles Leclerc downplays the hype. The Ferrari driver, seasoned in Scuderia pressure, believes Hamilton’s brighter mood is simply excitement, not a transformation. Last season saw Hamilton struggle, haunted by the SF-25’s challenges. Now, he feels aligned with Ferrari, claiming a “much nicer feeling” after a year with the team.
Leclerc, however, remains grounded. “I don’t see Lewis in a different place,” he states, emphasizing Hamilton shares the same excitement for new cars. Leclerc, neutral and focused, acknowledges the constant noise of Ferrari and aims to tune it out.
With 2026 regulations looming, Leclerc prioritizes navigating the unknown over the comfort of a reset. He warns that no amount of “gelling” can brace a driver for the challenges ahead.
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