Lewis Hamilton credits a crucial engineering shake-up at Ferrari for his improved performance this season, finding his "Italian Bono" in new race engineer Carlo Santi. Hamilton likens Santi's calm, experienced approach to his long-time Mercedes engineer Peter Bonnington. Initially a temporary arrangement, Santi's relationship with Hamilton has gelled so well that it will continue indefinitely.

Hamilton emphasizes the vital connection between driver and engineer, especially in translating intricate feedback into car development. He points to team boss Fred Vasseur's role in facilitating these changes, calling the current engineering setup "a million times better" than last year. This collaboration has already yielded two podiums for Hamilton in 2026 and is directly impacting the car's direction, including suspension improvements. While the team is on the right path, Hamilton acknowledges there's still significant work ahead to reach their full potential.

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