The main motivation for Lewis Hamilton to join Ferrari is to pursue his eighth world championship. The seven-time world champion has officially signed with Ferrari for the 2025 F1 season. This announcement was made before the current campaign, and fans are eagerly awaiting Hamilton’s debut in the iconic red car. Former F1 drivers Fernando Alonso and Sebastian Vettel failed to achieve this feat, but Hamilton may have the potential to succeed where they fell short.
It has been over ten years since Ferrari last won the world championship for drivers. Since Kimi Räikkönen’s victory in 2007, no Ferrari driver has been able to secure the title. Fernando Alonso tried from 2010 to 2014, while Sebastian Vettel tried from 2015 to 2020. Despite their efforts, neither driver was able to bring the championship home for Ferrari. However, Jacques Villeneuve believes that Lewis Hamilton may achieve this feat in the coming years.
Hamilton has an impressive track record in Formula 1. He has dominated the sport during the turbo hybrid era, winning multiple world championships. With his move to Ferrari in 2025, he will have the opportunity to compete at the front of the grid once again. The pressure will be on Ferrari to provide Hamilton with a competitive car starting from next year.
Competing in F1 since 2007, Hamilton is a legendary figure in the sport. Villeneuve believes that his presence at Ferrari will bring a sense of calm to the team. The 39-year-old driver’s move to Ferrari in 2025 could potentially mirror the success he had when switching from McLaren to Mercedes in 2013.
Under the current F1 regulations, Hamilton has been facing challenges due to Mercedes’ inability to produce a championship-winning car. This has negatively impacted his records. Taking all these factors into consideration, the 2025 season promises to be an intriguing experience for fans.
