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The dates for Lewis Hamilton’s second outing in a Ferrari Formula 1 car have been confirmed as he prepares for the 2025 season.
Hamilton tested the 2023 SF-23 at Ferrari’s Fiorano track this week, completing 30 laps. A new Testing of Previous Cars rule has been introduced for the 2025 F1 season, detailing limitations and requirements for teams. Hamilton used approximately 90km of his 1000km TPC allocation, while Leclerc only managed about 42km. Hamilton and Leclerc will test for Ferrari in Barcelona between January 28 and 30, with details about the car yet to be confirmed. A later test is scheduled for February 4-5, with Hamilton getting his first chance to drive last season’s Ferrari. Both drivers will lead Ferrari’s challenge in 2025, with Hamilton expressing his excitement and awe at joining the passionate Ferrari family.
