Yu guys are talking as though he's now favourite for the race. Remember he's in a Ferrari which, although much improved, is certainly not the fastest car on the grid. He's up against the fittest era of F1 drivers ever and although he's not in bad shape for a 40yr old, he's far below their standards and even his own. He's not fully recovered from a motorcycle accident he had in February and he still favours a slightly injured neck. He also lost his last two World Championship campaigns, so he didn't even go out as the all-conquering hero.
He's arguably the best driver alive today but his best days are definitely behind him.
He's also yet to pass the medical to be declared fit to drive. Getting out of an F1 car in sub 5 seconds has to be a big ask at 40yrs old