Lewis Hamilton has criticized Charles Leclerc, comparing the situation to his previous relationships with former teammates Sebastian Vettel and Carlos Sainz, according to a report from Motorsport.com on November 5, 2026.
The seven-time world champion's remarks suggest a pattern of friction with Ferrari drivers, though specific details of the criticism were not disclosed in the initial report.
Hamilton, who currently drives for Mercedes, has a history of intense rivalries with Vettel during his Ferrari tenure and with Sainz, who now races for Williams after stints at Ferrari and McLaren.
Leclerc, the Monegasque driver for Ferrari, has been a key figure in the team's recent campaigns. Further context on Hamilton's comments is expected as the full story develops.
