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F1·BREAKING·November 2, 2026 04:25 AM ET

Hamilton calls for Ferrari changes after lap-one clash with Leclerc in Mexico City

Pole-sitter Hamilton finished second behind Verstappen

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 43m1 min read
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What happened: Lewis Hamilton called for changes at Ferrari after contact with team-mate Charles Leclerc on lap one of the Mexico City Grand Prix, Sky Sports F1 reported. Hamilton said Ferrari had the car to win but he lost two places at turns one and four. BBC Sport quoted him saying Ferrari need 'serious talks'.

Why it matters: Hamilton started on pole with Leclerc third, and Ferrari ended the day without the win. Max Verstappen started fourth and took the victory. It follows Hamilton's claim last week that Ferrari set-up has cost him against Leclerc in recent races.

By the numbers: Hamilton: started P1, finished P2. Leclerc: started P3, finished P4. Verstappen: started P4, finished P1. Kimi Antonelli finished third and clinched the 2026 drivers' title.

What to watch: Hamilton's call for internal talks puts the lap-one incident on Ferrari's agenda before the next race.

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