Clear says Leclerc will be pushed by Hamilton rivalry

Former Ferrari Formula 1 engineer Jock Clear believes Charles Leclerc will be further motivated by his on-track battles with Lewis Hamilton. Clear, who worked with both drivers, said Hamilton appears more comfortable with the car in 2026 and that the team has shown it can challenge with either driver.

Hamilton currently leads Leclerc by 12 points in the standings after closing the teammate head-to-head and taking his first victory in red. Tensions flared at the Mexico City Grand Prix after a clash in the opening corners, and the team said the issues were resolved at a meeting in Brazil.

Clear also commented on speculation about team principal Fred Vasseur, with Christian Horner named as a potential replacement. He said he had never worked with Horner but that Ferrari are in a good place.