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Lewis Hamilton has a bigger problem than Charles Leclerc as worrying Ferrari engine details emerge

Lewis Hamilton is furious with Charles Leclerc and Ferrari after the team lost the Mexico City GP, but he has a much bigger problem to…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 2:00 PM
Lewis Hamilton has a bigger problem than Charles Leclerc as worrying Ferrari engine details emerge
Key Things to Know
  • Lewis Hamilton faces engine unreliability and potential grid penalties following a power unit failure in Mexico.
  • Ferrari reportedly had to revert to an older engine spec that is near the end of its lifespan.
  • Hamilton finished second in Mexico after an on-track incident with Charles Leclerc cost Ferrari a potential win.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Lewis Hamilton faces severe engine concerns heading into the final four races of the 2026 season following a power unit failure in Mexico. While tension remains high between Hamilton and teammate Charles Leclerc over their clash at the Mexico City Grand Prix, reports indicate Hamilton's newest and most powerful engine suffered a technical issue. Ferrari replaced it with an older unit to avoid immediate grid penalties.

According to reports from Formula1.IT, Hamilton may now be forced to finish the season using three older power units near the end of their lifespan. This leaves the 41-year-old at significant risk of taking future grid penalties. Such a setback threatens his position in the drivers' championship, where he currently sits third, just two points behind Max Verstappen.

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