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Lewis Hamilton set to make shock switch to Ferrari in F1 2025
Negotiations between Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton are at an advanced stage and could potentially be concluded by the end of this week, although it is not certain if a final contract has been signed. Previously, Ferrari’s attempts to sign Hamilton were rejected as he believed Mercedes offered him a better chance of success. However, after two challenging seasons for Mercedes, Ferrari seems to be close to convincing Hamilton that they are a better choice for his future. Hamilton had signed a multi-year contract with Mercedes for 2024 and 2025, but it now appears that the second season may have only been an option, giving him a potential escape clause. Neither Ferrari nor Mercedes have commented on the situation.
