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It is a move that has captured the headlines since it was announced, but one now questioned from many angles by Bernie Ecclestone.
In an exclusive interview, former F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone expressed skepticism about Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari next season. Ecclestone found Hamilton’s decision to leave Mercedes after 12 successful seasons surprising and questioned the relationship between Hamilton and Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff. He noted that Hamilton’s move might have been driven by ego and personal dynamics within the team. Ecclestone revealed that during his time managing Brabham, he would not have signed a driver like Hamilton due to concerns about handling such a strong personality. He emphasized the importance of genuine relationships with drivers, rather than purely business arrangements.
