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Hamilton Ferrari start compared to Schumacher with shock verdict declared
Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari has drawn parallels with Michael Schumacher’s comeback to the sport at 41 years old. Despite leaving Mercedes after 12 successful seasons, Hamilton joined Ferrari at 40 in pursuit of an eighth world championship. However, Hamilton’s Ferrari tenure has started poorly, currently sitting sixth in the standings behind teammate Charles Leclerc. Schumacher’s successful stint with Ferrari from 1996 to 2006 was highlighted, as well as his less successful return to Mercedes in 2010. Former racer David Coulthard compared Hamilton’s move to Schumacher’s return, highlighting the loyalty both drivers had with their previous teams. Coulthard expressed skepticism about Hamilton’s chances of winning an eighth title with Ferrari, given the current challenges he faces in the 2025 season.
