Pundit backs Hamilton to shine: 'Happy Lewis is a fast Lewis'

The seven-time world champion had a 2025 season to forget. Despite scoring Ferrari's first Sprint victory ever, Hamilton failed to step on the podium on a Sunday.

The ground-effect era was particularly difficult for Hamilton, but Brundle notes that Hamilton is seemingly happier with the new generation of cars.

Speaking on Sky Sports, the former F1 driver explained: "He will be great at using the tools that are available to him under the new regulations. He’s got to beat Charles Leclerc in the other Ferrari, because he’s right on it.

After the latest pre-season tests in Bahrain where Leclerc set the quickest lap time, Hamilton is now the fourth favourite to win this year's drivers' title. Find out more here!