Colapinto confirmed, Hamilton sends Ferrari message, Schumacher livery plan – roundup

Franco Colapinto has been confirmed to stay with Alpine for the 2027 Formula 1 season after a successful run since joining the team. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton has called on Ferrari to intensify their efforts to compete with Mercedes, as both he and teammate Charles Leclerc have only secured one victory each in the current season. Hamilton's comments come after a disappointing performance at the Dutch Grand Prix, where he lost his second place in the standings to George Russell.

In addition, Ferrari plans to honor Michael Schumacher with a special livery at the upcoming Italian Grand Prix, marking significant anniversaries in Schumacher's career with the team. Yuki Tsunoda is also seeking a seat for the 2027 season, having recently returned to racing, while Liam Lawson's sarcastic remarks about Verstappen's driving during the Dutch GP have surfaced, highlighting the competitive tensions on the track.