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Former F1 driver David Coulthard has questioned if Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari will “tie in with his career timing”, due to his age and the team’s current problems.
Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard has raised concerns about the timing of Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari, questioning if it aligns with his career stage and the team’s current issues. Hamilton, a seven-time World Champion, made the much-anticipated switch to the Scuderia in 2024. Despite some struggles with the SF-25, his Sprint win in China stood out as a memorable moment. Coulthard believes that Hamilton’s presence is valuable for any team, but the challenges facing Ferrari raise doubts about the decision’s timing. With Hamilton being 40 years old, the question of whether Ferrari’s performance will match his career timeline remains prominent. Despite recent improvements at Imola, the Monaco Grand Prix will be crucial in indicating if Ferrari and Hamilton can achieve success on the iconic street circuit.
