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George Russell Welcomes Adidas to Mercedes Amid Sponsor Shake-Up Following Lewis Hamilton’s Exit a $41 billion worth sportswear giant

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January 8, 2025
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George Russell Welcomes Adidas to Mercedes Amid Sponsor Shake-Up Following Lewis Hamilton’s Exit a $41 billion worth sportswear giant

Nov 23, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Mercedes AMG Petronas driver George Russell (63) celebrates his race victory of the Las Vegas Grand Prix at Las Vegas Circuit. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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The winds of change are sweeping through Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team as George Russell took to Instagram to welcome Adidas as the team’s new official partner starting from the 2025 season. The move comes in the wake of a significant sponsorship shake-up triggered by Lewis Hamilton’s high-profile departure to Ferrari.


A New Chapter for Mercedes

Hamilton’s exit has led to a mass exodus of sponsors, including major names like Tommy Hilfiger, Monster Energy, and Puma, leaving Mercedes with the task of securing fresh commercial partnerships to maintain its financial and branding momentum. Enter Adidas, the globally renowned sportswear giant, marking its first-ever venture into Formula 1 sponsorship.

Taking to Instagram, Russell expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership:

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“Excited for this. Welcome to the family, @Adidas.”

This announcement signals a pivotal moment for Mercedes as it pivots to redefine its identity and partnerships in the absence of its long-time talisman, Hamilton.


Adidas Steps In

Replacing Puma, which followed Hamilton to Ferrari, Adidas is set to outfit the team both on and off the track. The financial details of the deal remain undisclosed, but Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff framed the collaboration as a statement of intent:

“Our partnership with Adidas is a clear statement of intent as we begin to write our next chapter as a team. Adidas is an iconic brand, one that shares our dedication not only to peak performance but to style and sophistication too. This announcement represents a groundbreaking collaboration that will redefine what team and fanwear means in our sport.”

This move underscores Mercedes’ strategy to align with brands that bring both innovation and global appeal, ensuring the team remains at the forefront of motorsport marketing.


The Challenge Ahead

While Adidas’ entry into Formula 1 adds fresh momentum to Mercedes’ off-track branding, the on-track story for the team entering 2025 remains complex. The absence of Hamilton’s experience and fan appeal creates a vacuum that both Russell and rookie sensation Andrea Kimi Antonelli must fill. The Italian prodigy is under immense pressure to adapt quickly and perform at a high level, especially with Mercedes eager to build a competitive lineup for the future.

Mercedes’ performance in 2024, although marked by a few race wins, fell short of championship contention, highlighting the challenges ahead for the team in reclaiming its former dominance.


A New Era Beckons

The partnership with Adidas not only reflects Mercedes’ intent to rejuvenate its brand but also positions the team to connect with younger, global audiences through lifestyle and sport. As Russell and Antonelli prepare to lead the team into its post-Hamilton era, this collaboration could mark the beginning of an exciting new chapter for both Mercedes and Adidas in Formula 1.

Will this bold partnership and a revamped driver lineup propel Mercedes back to the pinnacle of F1, or will the team struggle to find its footing in the absence of its iconic star? The 2025 season will hold the answers.

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