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Lewis Hamilton’s shock exit from Mercedes to join Ferrari for the 2025 Formula 1 team season and beyond has been formally acknowledged by both teams
Lewis Hamilton’s surprising departure from Mercedes to join Ferrari for the 2025 Formula 1 season has been officially confirmed by both teams. Hamilton had signed a two-year deal with Mercedes last year, but it was revealed later that the second year was optional. Speculation about Hamilton’s move to Ferrari first emerged on Thursday and was later confirmed by sources. Mercedes held a meeting to inform its personnel that Hamilton would be leaving after the current season. Ferrari released a simple statement announcing Hamilton’s arrival in 2025 on a multi-year contract.
