Lewis Hamilton’s reported contract with Ferrari is valued at $430 million, making him the highest paid driver in 2025. At the conclusion of the 2024 season, Hamilton will leave Mercedes to fulfill his childhood dream of joining the Italian team. Winning his eighth world championship with Ferrari will allow Hamilton to solidify his F1 legacy. However, many have noted that transitioning to the Italian team will not be easy for the Englishman, who has spent his entire career in the UK. A two-time world champion has warned Hamilton about the challenges that lie ahead.
Hamilton’s future teammate at Ferrari has been with the team for an extended period and has made significant efforts to integrate and communicate with the team, including learning Italian. As a newcomer, Hamilton will need to go the extra mile to acclimate himself to the team environment.
Despite his impending move to Ferrari, Hamilton remains fully focused on his current role as a Mercedes driver. He is determined to bring the team back to its former glory. However, Hamilton has faced difficulties during the last two Grand Prix races, struggling with the car’s performance. These issues have been particularly evident in the first sector of the Saudi Arabian and Bahrain Grand Prix qualifying sessions. Hamilton believes that the team needs to make significant changes to improve their performance.