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After the mega hype of his debut Ferrari test at Fiorano, Lewis Hamilton’s return to action with the squad at Barcelona’s Formula 1 track this week is a more low key and serious affair. Here’s all you need to know…
After the excitement of Lewis Hamilton’s debut Ferrari test at Fiorano, his return to action with the team at Barcelona’s Formula 1 track this week is more low-key and focused. The tests with Hamilton and team-mate Charles Leclerc aim to build momentum for the 2025 season away from media attention. The focus is on getting Hamilton more familiar with the car, the team, and the procedures, while Leclerc is using the week to get back into a routine and training. Ferrari is also using this as a warm-up exercise to prepare for proper testing next month, working through processes and getting used to operating again. The tests at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya are classified under Testing Previous Cars (TPC), with restrictions on mileage and days allowed for current race drivers, but Ferrari’s plans remain flexible to make the most of the allotted time.
