Hamilton's Revival: Mansell Sees a Renewed Spark in the Seven-Time Champion

Former Formula 1 world champion Nigel Mansell believes Lewis Hamilton has regained his momentum this season. Hamilton recently ended his 16-month podium drought with a third-place finish at the Chinese Grand Prix, marking his first rostrum finish since joining Ferrari in 2025. The 41-year-old has also shown significant improvement in terms of pace, closing the gap with his teammate Charles Leclerc. Mansell attributes this resurgence to the new regulations, which seem to favor Hamilton's driving style, and does not rule out the possibility of Hamilton winning a race this season. Hamilton himself credits his improved performance to better preparation, both mentally and physically, and the new car, which has been designed with his input. The season is expected to be highly competitive, with Mercedes and McLaren emerging as strong contenders. The F1 Drivers' Championship may become a two-horse race, with George Russell and Kimi Antonelli vying for the top spot. Mansell advises Russell to use his experience to win the intra-team battle and secure the championship.