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Lewis Hamilton has joined the Ferrari F1 team for the 2025 season as the team commences a new chapter – but the partnership is no concern to Christian Horner.
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko is confident that Max Verstappen can outperform Lewis Hamilton this season, despite being in a less competitive car. The rivalry between Verstappen and Hamilton intensified in 2021, with both drivers vying for the championship title. Hamilton’s move to Ferrari for the upcoming season has garnered attention, but Marko remains unfazed by the new challenge. Marko expressed doubts about Hamilton’s consistency over a full season compared to Verstappen. Despite interest from Mercedes and Aston Martin, Marko believes that Verstappen will remain loyal to Red Bull until the end of his contract in 2028 and has faith in providing him with a competitive car.
