Lewis Hamilton, the British driver for Mercedes AMG F1, has revealed that his move to Ferrari for the 2025 Formula 1 season is an opportunity for him to embark on a fresh journey in his successful career. Despite his long-standing association with Mercedes, Hamilton made the difficult decision to exercise an option in his contract and join Ferrari next year. Speaking about his decision, Hamilton expressed his gratitude towards Mercedes for their support throughout his career but emphasized the importance of writing his own story and starting a new chapter. He also mentioned his admiration for Michael Schumacher and his childhood dream of driving for Ferrari. Hamilton’s switch to Ferrari will reunite him with Fred Vasseur, with whom he had a successful partnership in Formula 3 and GP2. Hamilton praised Vasseur’s capabilities and believes that his presence at Ferrari played a crucial role in his decision to change teams. While he is excited about joining Ferrari, Hamilton remains focused on finishing his tenure with Mercedes on a high note and closing the gap to Red Bull in the current season. Hamilton’s legacy extends beyond his on-track success, as he has been actively involved in initiatives promoting diversity and inclusion within Formula 1. He expressed pride in the progress made by Mercedes in improving diversity within the team and stated that these efforts will continue even after his departure. Hamilton also highlighted the need for the entire sport of Formula 1 to work towards greater diversity and inclusion, and he is in constant communication with Stefano Domenicali and Ferrari’s John Elkann to further these initiatives.
According to the Source motorsportweek.com