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Lewis Hamilton’s successful Formula 1 career has largely been sculpted while part of the Mercedes F1 team, having previously driven for McLaren. But early in his career, the seven-time World Champion had the chance to sign for Williams.
ave had less success and fewer opportunities for growth if he had joined Williams instead of McLaren. McLaren provided Hamilton with a strong platform to showcase his talent and develop as a driver. Additionally, the partnership with Mercedes, which began in 2013, has been instrumental in Hamilton’s record-breaking success in Formula 1. While Williams had a talented driver in Nico Rosberg at the time, it is uncertain whether they would have been able to provide Hamilton with the same level of support and resources that McLaren and Mercedes offered.