Hamilton has option to extend Ferrari deal through 2028, says Brundle

Lewis Hamilton has made it clear he will not be retiring from Formula 1 anytime soon, and according to Sky F1 pundit Martin Brundle, the seven-time world champion holds a unilateral option to extend his Ferrari contract through the 2028 season.

Why it matters:

Hamilton's long-term commitment to Ferrari reshapes the driver market and team dynamics. With Charles Leclerc as teammate and rising star Oliver Bearman waiting in the wings, the Scuderia's future lineup hinges on when — or if — Hamilton decides to step away.

The details:

• Brundle stated on Sky F1 that Hamilton has a unilateral option, in his favor, for 2028, giving him full control over his Ferrari tenure beyond the widely reported multi-year deal.
• The Briton looked “more comfortable” and “happier” this season, enjoying the current cars more than the previous ground-effect era.
• Hamilton himself declared ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix that he is “in contract” and told critics “get used to it” after seeing people try to retire him.
• Bearman factor: Multi-time W Series champion Jamie Chadwick noted that while Hamilton's extension pleases his fans, Ollie Bearman supporters “are probably a bit sad” — the Haas driver remains the prime candidate for a future Ferrari seat.

What's next:

Hamilton's focus is on bringing Ferrari back to the front, and he won't walk away unless he has to. With his contract flexibility, the 2028 option gives him time to pursue an eighth title in red. For Bearman, patience continues to be key. If Hamilton stays competitive and happy, Ferrari’s driver lineup may remain unchanged for several more years.