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Charles Leclerc has expressed that Lewis Hamilton’s maiden outing in a Ferrari F1 car has created an “excitement surrounding the team” heading into 2025.
Lewis Hamilton made his highly-anticipated debut run with Ferrari on Wednesday at the Fiorano test track, completing 30 laps in the SF-23 car for the 2023 season. His appearance drew thousands of spectators to the Maranello region, showcasing the passion of the Ferrari family and the Tifosi. Hamilton described the experience as “awe-inspiring” and expressed gratitude for the love and support he received from everyone in Maranello. Charles Leclerc noted the excitement surrounding Ferrari this season and shared his motivation to work hard for the upcoming campaign. Ferrari is expected to provide Hamilton with more track time in a previous car at a conventional circuit in Barcelona before his official debut in the 2025 machine during pre-season testing next month.
