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Lewis Hamilton has admitted that it’s “inevitable” that Mercedes will exclude him from development talks in the near future once preparations for the 2025 Formula 1 season ramp up. Hamilton sent shockwaves through the F1 paddock when he announced ahead of the 2024 season that this campaign would be the last with the Silver Arrows […]
In 2024, Hamilton surprised the F1 community by revealing that he would switch from Mercedes to Ferrari in 2025, ending his long-standing partnership with the Silver Arrows. As a seasoned F1 driver, Hamilton anticipates being gradually excluded from Mercedes’ technical discussions about next season’s car development. Despite speculation about being left out of meetings, Hamilton affirmed his continued involvement in the team’s current efforts to improve the car’s performance. Fellow driver Carlos Sainz, who is set to replace Hamilton at Ferrari, has accepted the inevitability of being sidelined in future planning discussions with Mercedes. Meanwhile, departing Alpine driver Esteban Ocon acknowledged that he will not be involved in the development of the 2025 Alpine, shifting his focus to enhancing the performance of the 2024 car before his departure. Ocon emphasized the importance of maintaining his active contribution to the team’s current projects, ensuring a seamless transition and maximizing his impact until the end of the season.
