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Lewis Hamilton has been given a six-month warning ahead of his highly anticipated move to Ferrari in 2025. The seven-time World Champion, renowned for his exceptional skill and tenacity, is set to leave Mercedes, the team with which he has experienced immense success, to join the iconic Italian marque.
However, his transition to Ferrari comes with a significant challenge as Hamilton must prove himself within the first six months to secure his place and demonstrate his ability to thrive in a new environment.
Former F1 driver and current pundit Ralf Schumacher emphasized the importance of this period for Hamilton.
“Lewis must demonstrate his ability to adapt and perform at Ferrari,” Schumacher said. “The danger is there if everything goes badly, he might not see out his contract if he is unable to bounce back from his struggles,” he added to this controversial topic.
Challenges all over the place Lewis Hamilton’s decision to join Ferrari follows a challenging year with Mercedes, where he faced stiff competition from his teammate, George Russell. Despite his legendary prowess on the racetrack, Hamilton’s single-lap pace was notably absent in 2024, resulting in Russell outperforming him in qualifying sessions. Hamilton himself acknowledged moments of self-doubt during the season, including a candid admission in Qatar where he said, “Maybe I’m not quick anymore.” Ferrari’s CEO, Stefano Domenicali, has also weighed in on the transition, highlighting the importance of Hamilton learning Italian and integrating into the team’s unique culture.
“He will bring great interest, and it’s essential for him to be able to do this,” Domenicali said. “In Ferrari, he will find a different environment than before.” Hamilton’s partnership with Ferrari’s current star driver, Charles Leclerc, will be closely watched as they navigate their roles within the team. Leclerc, who is already fluent in Italian, will be a key ally for Hamilton as he adjusts to his new surroundings.
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