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ALICE POWELL Backs Hamilton for Ferrari Victory; Canada GP Tipped for Breakthrough

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April 11, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • BBC pundit ALICE POWELL predicts Hamilton will reach Ferrari’s top step in 2026, citing improved chassis performance and the driver’s evident comfort with the car despite power unit deficits holding the Scuderia back.
  • POWELL notes Hamilton’s talent combined with Ferrari’s strong chassis could overcome power disadvantage with strategic luck, though he must outpace Leclerc plus Mercedes and McLaren drivers for victory breakthrough.
  • Canada GP emerges as prime target for Hamilton’s first Ferrari win, with commentator Benjamin specifically naming Circuit Gilles Villeneuve where the champion has seven previous victories and proven dominance.

UPCOMING:

  • Monaco GP – ADUO development period begins
  • Canada GP – Potential breakthrough race for Hamilton at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Sam Cook originally appearing on www.gpfans.com