Lewis Hamilton To Ferrari
Formula One was sent into a frenzy when seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton confirmed his departure from Mercedes and surprise signing with Scuderia Ferrari for the 2025 season. The move marks a historic shift for both Hamilton and the iconic Italian racing team.
Hamilton, who has spent most of his illustrious career with Mercedes (and McLaren), cited a desire for a new challenge as the primary reason for the switch. The British driver will bring an unprecedented level of experience and expertise to Ferrari, a team in search of its first drivers’ title since 2007. The anticipation of a Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc partnership is already causing excitement amongst the passionate Ferrari fanbase.
Hamilton’s departure undoubtedly leaves a sizeable void in Mercedes. The partnership between Hamilton and his race engineer Peter Bonnington has been one of the most successful in F1 history. Their calm, focused communication under pressure has become legendary.
While the move will impact Mercedes, it also has implications for Ferrari’s current driver, Carlos Sainz. The Spaniard has proven himself a consistent and talented presence since joining Ferrari, frequently outperforming Leclerc in 2022 and 2023. Sainz’s future in F1 remains uncertain after Hamilton’s signing.
