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Former F1 driver David Coulthard remains unsure why exactly Lewis Hamilton ended his strong relationship with Mercedes for a shock move to Ferrari.
David Coulthard expressed his confusion over Lewis Hamilton’s unexpected move from Mercedes to Ferrari for the 2024 F1 season.
Hamilton’s transition to Ferrari was unveiled before his final season with Mercedes, marking a significant shift in his career.
However, Hamilton has faced challenges adapting to the SF-25 car at Ferrari and has not matched Leclerc’s performance level, despite some notable achievements.
Many were surprised by Hamilton’s departure from Mercedes, as it was widely assumed he would retire with the team where he secured seven world championships.
Coulthard drew parallels between Hamilton’s move and Michael Schumacher’s comeback with Mercedes, highlighting the challenge of leaving established partnerships.
Despite Hamilton’s current position in the drivers’ standings, Coulthard does not anticipate an eighth championship for him this season, given the performance gap.
