F1 legend Lewis Hamilton has finally been handed some clarity regarding his future at Ferrari as a multi-year contract has been confirmed ahead of this weekend’s Hungarian Grand Prix.

The seven-time champion officially switched to the Scuderia at the start of 2025 after 12 successful seasons at Mercedes, with the allure of working under the leadership of Fred Vasseur once again a major pull for Hamilton.

The Ferrari duo’s working relationship dates back as far as 2006, when Hamilton and Vasseur worked alongside each other in GP2 (now known as F2).

The 40-year-old has struggled to get off to a flying start so far in his maiden campaign in red, but has spoken openly about the steps he and his team principal are already taking to try and get a head start with Ferrari for 2026.

However, there had been plenty of doubt earlier this season over whether Vasseur would be retaining his contract with the Italian outfit with his previous deal set to expire at the end of this year.

Prior to his shock sacking from Red Bull, it had even emerged that Ferrari had spoken to Christian Horner about his future, potentially eyeing up alternatives to Vasseur.

But thankfully for Hamilton, the Maranello based squad have now put their faith in the Frenchman as a new multi-year contract has been agreed for him to continue as Ferrari’s team principal.

   Vasseur clearly played a massive role in convincing Hamilton to make the leap and ditch Mercedes last season, and if the team boss had left the role after just one year, surely Hamilton would have been left questioning his potential to win with Ferrari.

In 2026, Ferrari are hoping to master the new regulations and give Hamilton a car capable of competing for the so far illusive eighth world championship.