Hamilton points out what could unlock extra performance in Austin

Asked about his expectations for the COTA weekend, the seven-time world champion replied: "I never have expectations except that we give it our all and we continue to improve.

The Briton explained that he and the team have worked extensively since the Singapore Grand Prix — which ended in disappointment due to a brake issue that cost him several positions — to identify areas for improvement ahead of the season’s final stretch.

"There are lots of positives to take from every weekend, and lots of areas we can improve on. We spent time after the last race going through areas we can improve on, and I really think this weekend we can take a step forward in extracting more from the car that we have."

Finally, Hamilton believes there’s still untapped potential to be found — not so much in the car itself, but in how the team executes the weekend.

At the FIA press conference in Austin, Lewis Hamilton inevitably faced questions about the latest paddock talk surrounding Christian Horner and Ferrari.

With the former Red Bull boss officially walking away from Milton Keynes after a hefty exit agreement, rumours have swirled about a possible move to Maranello.

Hamilton, though, wasn’t drawn into the speculation. The Brit made it clear that his mind is firmly on the present, aiming to close out the season on a high and help Ferrari lay the groundwork for 2026 — a year that could define the next chapter for both the team and its rivals.