Breaking: Lewis Hamilton Set to Miss Chinese Grand Prix following sudden…read more
Lewis Hamilton Set to Miss Chinese Grand Prix following sudden…read more
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton could miss the upcoming Chinese Grand Prix after an unexpected situation that has left the Formula 1 paddock buzzing with speculation.
Reports emerging from the paddock suggest that the Scuderia Ferrari driver may be forced to sit out the race weekend in Shanghai due to what insiders describe as an “unusual and frustrating logistical issue.”
According to sources close to the team, Hamilton had travelled from Maranello earlier in the week for final preparations ahead of the race. However, during a promotional filming session in Europe, the British driver reportedly suffered a minor wrist strain while performing repeated steering simulations for a sponsor video shoot. While the injury is believed to be minor, Ferrari medical staff are said to be monitoring the situation closely.
The team has not officially confirmed Hamilton’s absence, but one senior figure within the garage hinted that the decision may come down to caution rather than necessity.
“Lewis is extremely competitive and wants to race no matter what,” the insider said. “But with a long season ahead, the priority is making sure he’s fully fit rather than risking aggravating something small.”
If Hamilton were to miss the race, it would mark the first time since the 2020 season that he has been absent from a grand prix weekend. Ferrari would then likely turn to their reserve driver to partner teammate Charles Leclerc for the Shanghai event.
The news comes at a delicate time for Ferrari, who are hoping to build momentum early in the 2026 season after showing promising pace in the opening rounds. Hamilton himself has been adapting quickly to life with the Italian team and recently stated that he believes the car has the potential to challenge for wins once development upgrades arrive.
Fans across social media have reacted with a mix of concern and disbelief, with many hoping the reports turn out to be exaggerated and that Hamilton will still appear on the grid.
Ferrari are expected to release an official statement within the next 24 hours confirming whether the British star will participate in practice sessions in Shanghai.
Until then, the possibility of the grid lining up without one of Formula 1’s biggest names remains one of the most talked-about storylines ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix weekend. 🏁
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