Lewis Hamilton’s off‑track structure has undergone significant changes ahead of the 2026 Formula One season, with the Ferrari driver parting ways with key members of his long‑standing inner circle.
Following a challenging first campaign with the Scuderia, the seven‑time world champion enters the new year with a revised operational framework around him.
Engineering uncertainty as Adami exit leaves vacancy
Ferrari have yet to confirm Hamilton’s new race engineer after the departure of Riccardo Adami, who oversaw the Briton’s 2025 season.
The lack of clarity has drawn attention within Italy, with former Ferrari driver Ivan Capelli noting in Leo Turrini’s Quotidiano column that such a delay is unusual given the importance of the role.
Capelli suggested that the appointment should have been finalised well before pre‑season preparations, particularly with the 2026 technical regulations introducing substantial changes to car behaviour and energy management.
Communications shift as Ella Yeboah departs
Hamilton has also ended his collaboration with press officer Gabriela Kwaku Yeboah — widely known as Ella — who managed his media commitments and supported initiatives linked to Project 44.
Her departure removes a familiar presence from Hamilton’s paddock environment, although her next position has not yet been disclosed.
The change comes as Ferrari continue to refine their communications structure ahead of the new regulatory cycle, where driver visibility and messaging are expected to play an increasingly strategic role.
Managerial change as Hynes moves to Cadillac
A further adjustment concerns Hamilton’s management. Marc Hynes, who has worked with Hamilton at various stages of his career and previously served as CEO of Project 44, has again parted ways with the driver. The separation is described as amicable.
Hynes has taken up a full‑time position with Cadillac as the American manufacturer prepares its Formula One entry, ending his involvement in Hamilton’s race‑weekend logistics and day‑to‑day management.