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Lewis Hamilton’s career will receive a shake-up in 2025 as he will depart Mercedes for rival Ferrari and pair up with Charles Leclerc.
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has indicated that Lewis Hamilton will need to adjust to Ferrari’s mentality when he joins the team in 2025. Hamilton’s move to Ferrari in the upcoming season marks the end of his long-standing partnership with Mercedes. The seven-time world champion will be paired with Charles Leclerc, seeking a fresh challenge after a tough period for Mercedes. Domenicali praised Hamilton’s decision as a significant development for the sport and anticipated a captivating narrative with Ferrari. Hamilton will transition to his third F1 team, having previously raced for McLaren and Mercedes, amidst Ferrari’s championship drought since 2008. Domenicali suggested that Hamilton would encounter a different environment at Ferrari, emphasizing the need for him to grasp the Maranello and Italian mentality.
