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Lewis Hamilton will exit Mercedes at the end of the year to start a new chapter of his career with Ferrari.
Lewis Hamilton cited his strong relationship with Ferrari Team Principal Frederic Vasseur as a key factor in his decision to sign with the Scuderia. Despite his long-standing association with Mercedes, Hamilton will depart after the current season for a multi-year deal with Ferrari. The break clause in his Mercedes extension allowed him to pursue the opportunity at Ferrari, where he will reunite with Vasseur, with whom he achieved success in Formula 3 and GP2. Hamilton expressed his excitement at collaborating with Vasseur again, praising his progress from Alfa Romeo to Ferrari. The seven-time world champion emphasized the crucial role Vasseur played in making this move possible and looks forward to their continued partnership in the upcoming F1 season. Get ready for all the F1 action with the 2024 F1 calendar that can easily sync to your smartphone or PC.
