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The former Benetton and Renault boss has offered his opinion on the news that Lewis Hamilton is moving to Ferrari.
Flavio Briatore expressed surprise at Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari, emphasizing the importance of having a competitive car before the driver can make a difference. Briatore believes that even a talented driver like Hamilton would struggle if the car is not up to par. He also mentioned that it is crucial for the machine to work properly and give the driver a chance to win. Briatore acknowledged that the choice of drivers for Ferrari, Leclerc and Sainz, was made by those who work with them daily and that the car must support their potential. He dismissed concerns about Hamilton’s age, citing Fernando Alonso’s success at an older age and stating that what matters in Formula 1 is performance and lap times.
