Jenson Button has offered his backing to Lewis Hamilton, suggesting the seven-time world champion will postpone retirement for at least another year, but cautioned that Ferrari could ultimately dictate his future if he fails to deliver on track.
Hamilton, 41, endured a challenging inaugural season with Ferrari following his high-profile transfer from Mercedes in 2025. At one point, he candidly described his own performance as "useless" and even suggested the Italian outfit consider replacing him.