- Lewis Hamilton has made the change from Mercedes-Benz AMG to Ferrari
- The 40-year-old F1 veteran might be chasing his eighth title
- On his first day, he was greeted by an F40, his favourite supercar in accordance with Ferrari
Method 1 famous person Lewis Hamilton has formally begun his tenure at Ferrari, one 12 months after making the shock announcement that he can be leaving Mercedes-Benz AMG, the staff the place he received six of his seven world championships. Mercedes has additionally powered Hamilton’s vehicles all through his complete F1 profession.
His last seasons with Mercedes ranged from underwhelming to dreadful, as aerodynamic points led to poor performances, prompting his choice to make the change.
Jan. 20 marked Hamilton’s first official day at Ferrari, and he didn’t waste any time. He met with a number of key figures in Maranello, Italy, together with Group Principal Fred Vasseur, CEO Benedetto Vigna, Chairman John Elkann, and Enzo Ferrari’s son, Piero. He additionally visited the Fiorano check observe, the place a Ferrari F40—his favourite supercar, in accordance with the automaker—was available.
Within the coming days, Hamilton will dive into technical conferences and briefings as preparations ramp up for what guarantees to be a really busy season. He may also spend time familiarizing himself with Ferrari’s F1 vehicles and simulator and will even decide up some Italian alongside the way in which.
Hamilton is already considerably aware of the corporate, having owned a few of its most prestigious fashions lately, together with each a LaFerrari and a LaFerrari Aperta.
“I’ve been fortunate sufficient to realize issues in my profession I by no means thought potential, however a part of me has at all times held on to that dream of racing in purple,” Hamilton mentioned in a press release. “Right now we begin a brand new chapter within the historical past of this iconic staff, and I can’t wait to see what story we’ll write collectively.”
His first race with Ferrari would be the 2025 season opener in Australia, scheduled for March 16. He’ll drive alongside Charles Leclerc within the new season. His predecessor, Carlos Sainz, might be driving for Williams.
Again at Mercedes, rookie driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli will fill Hamilton’s seat. The Italian teenager has proven spectacular velocity within the apply classes he’s attended, although as a rookie, he’s nonetheless susceptible to creating errors.
