Former Formula 1 world champion Nigel Mansell believes Lewis Hamilton has been revitalized 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 been more competitive with his teammate Charles Leclerc, having struggled with the previous generation of F1 cars. Mansell attributes Hamilton's resurgence to the new regulations, which seem to suit his driving style, and doesn't rule out the possibility of Hamilton winning a race this season. Hamilton has stated that he prepared his mind and body better than ever, contributing to his return to form. He also worked closely with the engineers, pushing for changes to the car, which have paid off.
Mansell, who had his own share of intense title fights, thinks this year's F1 Drivers' Championship could become a two-horse race between Mercedes drivers George Russell and Kimi Antonelli, and believes Russell needs to use his experience to win the intra-team battle.