Lewis Hamilton Joins Ferrari for 2025 Season

Lewis Hamilton has officially joined Ferrari, marking the end of his 12-year tenure with Mercedes, where he secured six world titles. Excited about his new role, Hamilton expressed his eagerness to embrace change and make his debut with the team in pre-season testing in Bahrain at the end of February. Ferrari has devised an extensive onboarding plan for Hamilton, including a 1000-kilometer testing session to familiarize him with the team's machinery, although this plan is subject to weather conditions. Hamilton's first season with Ferrari is crucial, as team principal Fred Vasseur emphasizes the importance of his initial weeks with the team. While Hamilton’s recent performance was below par, with a seventh-place finish last season, he remains optimistic about his future with Ferrari. Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff hints at potential future collaborations with Hamilton, emphasizing that their relationship is not over.