Ferrari Rocked By 'Chaotic Situation' Ahead of 2026 F1 Season

Ferrari have reportedly been hit with a chaotic situation ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season.

2025 was a year to forget for the Scuderia, as they dropped from second to fourth in the constructors' championship, finishing behind Red Bull, Mercedes and McLaren.

Meanwhile, what was described as a dream partnership between Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton turned into a nightmare.

The Brit failed to score a podium during his debut season with the team, finishing 86 points behind teammate Charles Leclerc.

Looking ahead to the 2026 season, which will begin in March with the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne, Ferrari are under mounting pressure to perform.

However, according to Italian news outlet AutoRacer Italy, Ferrari were recently hit with what has been labelled as a 'chaotic situation'.

The report stated that the chassis of the SF-26 was only recently approved, despite it being an important element of a car. The chassis is usually one of the first components to be decided, as it is a key part of the project.

The report stated: "Our sources indicate there is a delay in the timeline. We will hear more about it. Some sources suggest a chaotic situation."

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Ferrari will be hoping for a better season in 2026. Image: Getty

In addition, while the likes of Mercedes, Audi and Honda have all released footage of their engines for 2026, Ferrari are yet to follow suit.

It is believed that the initial engine start is yet to happen within the sporting management but is expected imminently.

On January 23, Ferrari will be unveiling the SF-26, three days befor the first behind-closed-doors test in Barcelona.

What has Charles Leclerc said about Ferrari's chances in 2026?

Speaking after last month's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Leclerc was asked whether he believes Ferrari could deliver a good car for the new campaign.

He said: "I do, and next year will be a crucial year.

"The whole team is hugely motivated for next year, because it’s such a big change, a huge opportunity to show what Ferrari is capable of. It’s now or never, so I really hope that we will start this new era on the right foot, because it’s important for the four years after."

Leclerc added: "By race six or seven, I think we’ll have a good idea of who are the teams that will be dominating for the four years after."