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Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff has revealed how Lewis Hamilton’s bombshell decision to depart for Ferrari from the 2025 Formula
Lewis Hamilton has been with Mercedes throughout his Formula 1 career and has become the most successful driver ever with them. Despite Mercedes’ struggles in recent years, Hamilton signed a two-year extension in August 2024. However, it was announced on Thursday that Hamilton has activated a break clause in his contract and will switch to Ferrari next year. Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff revealed that Hamilton informed him of his decision during a conversation at Wolff’s home in Oxford. While the timing may have been surprising, Wolff understands Hamilton’s desire for a new challenge and the opportunity to race for Ferrari. Wolff had always been aware of the possibility of Hamilton moving to Ferrari and respects his decision to pursue this opportunity for the last peak of his career. Their friendship remains intact, and Wolff holds no grudges against Hamilton.
