Lewis Hamilton Begins a New Chapter

Lewis Hamilton has officially begun an exciting new chapter in his illustrious racing career as he marks his first day as a Ferrari driver. He joins the legendary Scuderia Ferrari team, known for its rich history and profound impact on the world of Formula 1.

Celebration and Reflection

Celebrating his recent milestone birthday of 40, Hamilton shared a snapshot from his visit to Ferrari's iconic factory in Maranello. In the photo, he is seen next to a striking Ferrari F40, a model that took the automotive world by storm when it debuted; incidentally, the F40 first rolled off the production line when Hamilton was just two years old.

A Memorable Day

“There are some days you know you’ll remember forever, and today, my first as a Ferrari driver, is one of those days,” Hamilton expressed in a heartfelt social media update. His visit was punctuated by meetings with key figures at Ferrari, including team principal Frederic Vasseur and CEO Benedetto Vigna. Hamilton's tour extended to the former office of the legendary team founder, Enzo Ferrari, and he had the honor of meeting Piero Ferrari, the vice chairman and Enzo’s son.

Hamilton's Impressive Record

Hamilton joins Ferrari as a seven-time world champion, boasting an incredible 105 grand prix victories over his 18-year whopping career in Formula 1. The upcoming 2025 season will be especially historic for him, as he prepares for his 357th grand prix—marking the first time he will race in F1 not powered by Mercedes engines.

A Lifelong Dream

“I’ve been fortunate to accomplish things in my career I never deemed possible, but a part of me has always nurtured the dream of racing in red,” he continued, emphasizing his lifelong aspiration. “I couldn’t be happier to realize that dream today. Today marks the start of a new era in the history of this iconic team, and I can’t wait to see what stories we will write together.”

Preparations for the Season

As part of his preparations, Hamilton will engage in a series of sessions in previous Ferrari F1 cars, gearing up for his debut alongside new teammate Charles Leclerc. The anticipation for Ferrari's new car reveal for the 2025 season is building, scheduled for February 19th, just one day after Formula 1’s official launch event.

A Title Challenge Ahead

As the team seeks to reclaim its glory—having finished second in the Constructors' Championship last year and yearning for its first title since 2008—Hamilton’s transition to Ferrari could very well be the catalyst for a convincing title challenge. Notably, Kimi Raikkonen was the last driver to clinch a championship for Ferrari back in 2007, the same year Hamilton launched his F1 career.

The Motorsport World Watches

With this unprecedented move, the motorsport world is abuzz with speculation. Will Hamilton lead Ferrari back to the top? Can he achieve even more in red? The coming season promises to be one for the history books—stay tuned!