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Lewis Hamilton is gearing up for his first season at Ferrari, with one F1 legend still surprised by the decision made to leave Mercedes.
Three-time F1 champion Jackie Stewart expressed surprise at Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari, after 12 seasons and six world titles at Mercedes. Stewart mentioned his own close call with a transfer to Ferrari before his retirement in 1973. He highlighted Ferrari’s worldwide prestige, calling it the “biggest name in the world.” Despite his initial surprise, Stewart acknowledged that going to Ferrari is colorful, exciting, and often leads to success, hinting that Hamilton may thrive in the new environment. Hamilton’s unveiling with Ferrari is scheduled for February 19th following the F1 75 event at London’s O2.
