Lewis Hamilton to Switch to Ferrari in 2025 with Multi-Year Contract
Lewis Hamilton is set to leave Mercedes and join Ferrari on a multi-year contract starting in 2025. The 39-year-old, a seven-time world champion, activated a break clause in his Mercedes contract to take on this new challenge.
During his 11-year tenure with Mercedes, Hamilton secured six world titles and won 82 races. Toto Wolff praised the successful partnership, while Hamilton aims to end his Mercedes stint on a high note.
Carlos Sainz will exit Ferrari at the end of the season to make way for Hamilton, who will team up with Charles Leclerc. Sainz has promised to give his all for the remainder of his time with Ferrari and will reveal his future plans soon.
The move has garnered attention, with former F1 driver Nigel Mansell calling it dynamic and beneficial for both Hamilton and the sport. Despite Hamilton's age, Mansell believes he has many competitive years left, reminiscent of his own championship win at 39.
As Hamilton prepares for his transition, his recent seasons with Mercedes have seen a lack of wins, placing behind Max Verstappen and Red Bull. However, the anticipation for future seasons, particularly 2025, suggests exciting times ahead for F1 fans.
Carlos Sainz will exit Ferrari at the end of the season to make way for Hamilton, who will team up with Charles Leclerc. Sainz has promised to give his all for the remainder of his time with Ferrari and will reveal his future plans soon.
The move has garnered attention, with former F1 driver Nigel Mansell calling it dynamic and beneficial for both Hamilton and the sport. Despite Hamilton's age, Mansell believes he has many competitive years left, reminiscent of his own championship win at 39.
As Hamilton prepares for his transition, his recent seasons with Mercedes have seen a lack of wins, placing behind Max Verstappen and Red Bull. However, the anticipation for future seasons, particularly 2025, suggests exciting times ahead for F1 fans.