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Lewis Hamilton swaps out his MV Agusta for a Ducati as he ‘changes manufacturer’ ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton surprised everyone by arriving for the Canadian Grand Prix on a Ducati Panigale V4 instead of four wheels, showcasing his love for two-wheel performance. This isn’t the first time the seven-time F1 champion has ridden motorcycles to events, having previously used an MV Agusta to get to the Monaco Grand Prix earlier this year. The Ducati he rode in Canada is a high-powered sports bike, with a 1103cc engine producing 216bhp and 120.9Nm of torque. This move represents a departure from Hamilton’s usual commercial ties, as he adorned the Ducati with Montreal dealership decals instead of his own brand. While this Ducati appearance may be a one-off event due to Audi’s F1 entry next year, it underlines Hamilton’s interest in motorcycle racing, including potential financial involvement with teams like Gresini Racing and KTM in the future.
