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Lewis Hamilton has declared that he would “love” Sebastian Vettel to replace him at Mercedes’ Formula 1 team in 2025
Despite signing a contract extension with Mercedes in August, Hamilton decided to activate a break clause to negotiate a move to Ferrari for next season. As a result, Mercedes is left with a gap to fill and Team Principal Toto Wolff is exploring all options for the future. Vettel, a four-time World Champion linked to Mercedes alongside George Russell, has been in talks with Wolff about a potential return to Formula 1. While contemplating his comeback, Vettel mentioned that F1 is not his top priority at the moment. Hamilton expressed his support for Vettel’s return, citing his experience and championship-winning credentials. However, Hamilton reaffirmed his plan to retire permanently from F1 without considering a hiatus. He emphasized the unique camaraderie and thrill of competing in the sport.
