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LEWIS HAMILTON TO MAKE SHOCKING SWITCH FROM MERCEDES TO FERRARI

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
November 13, 2024
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BREAKING: Lewis Hamilton Set to Join Ferrari in 2025

In a shocking turn of events, seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton is reportedly making a move to Ferrari in 2025. While there has been no official confirmation from Ferrari or Hamilton’s current team, Mercedes, numerous reputable sources are reporting this groundbreaking news.

According to Sky Sports, employees at the Mercedes factory have been informed that the 2024 season will be Hamilton’s last with the team. This announcement follows recent contract extensions for Charles Leclerc at Ferrari and Lando Norris at McLaren, setting off a flurry of speculation and anticipation for the upcoming “silly season.

The grid has remained relatively stable from 2023 to 2024, but the upcoming 2025 season promises to shake things up in a big way. The question of who will fill the second seat at Ferrari remains unanswered, with countless options available. Hamilton’s departure from Mercedes comes as a surprise, as his contract was expected to run through at least the end of the 2025 season.

Rumors suggest that Hamilton’s dissatisfaction with Mercedes’ car development since the 2022 regulations came into effect played a significant role in his decision. Despite being one of the best cars on the grid, the team’s performance has fallen short of Hamilton’s expectations, resulting in two consecutive winless seasons for the legendary driver.

So, why Ferrari? While the team hasn’t won a championship since 2007, they were the only non-Red Bull team to secure a race victory last year. Hamilton also has a connection to Ferrari, having raced for team principal Fred Vasseur’s ART Grand Prix during his GP2 days. The allure of joining the ranks of F1 greats who have driven for Ferrari, such as Schumacher, Fangio, and Vettel, may have also played a role in Hamilton’s decision.

With Hamilton’s departure, Mercedes now has a vacant seat to fill. The possibilities are endless, with top drivers like Carlos Sainz and Valtteri Bottas potentially available. Mercedes could also consider promoting their highly-rated junior drivers, such as Alex Albon or Mick Schumacher, to the main team.

As the F1 driver market operates like a game of musical chairs, Hamilton’s move is sure to set off a chain reaction of driver transfers and team reshuffling. The post-Hamilton era marks a new chapter for Mercedes, with George Russell poised to step into a lead driver role. With new regulations set to come into effect in 2026, maintaining a consistent lineup will be crucial for car development.

Stay tuned as more driver moves are expected to be announced in the coming weeks. The Formula 1 world is in for a wild ride as the pieces of the puzzle start to fall into place.

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