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Toto Wolff has provided more details into how Lewis Hamilton’s shock move to Ferrari unfolded behind the scenes.
Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff revealed that Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur’s delayed response to a text hinted at Lewis Hamilton’s potential move to Ferrari. Hamilton is set to leave Mercedes at the end of the current season and join Ferrari on a multi-year contract. Wolff mentioned reaching out to Vasseur before the announcement, interpreting the lack of response as a sign of Hamilton’s departure. Vasseur acknowledged the difficulty in notifying Carlos Sainz about Hamilton’s seat replacement. Despite the situation, Wolff emphasized that their friendship remains intact, even though they are competitors on the track. No negative impact is expected on their relationship due to Hamilton’s decision.
