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Lewis Hamilton is entering his first F1 season with Ferrari as he looks to add an unprecedented eighth title to his list of achievements.
Lewis Hamilton recently stated that he does not foresee retiring from Formula 1 in the near future, particularly if he secures another championship with Ferrari. Hamilton’s move to Ferrari in 2025 marked the end of his successful stint with Mercedes, where he clinched seven championship titles, with hopes to become the first F1 driver to achieve eight. Ferrari is anticipated to be a strong contender this season to break their championship drought, with their last victory in the constructors’ championship dating back to 2008 and Kimi Raikkonen’s last drivers’ title in 2007. At 40 years old, the duration of Hamilton’s F1 career remains a topic of interest, although he has hinted at continuing as long as he is competitive for titles. Hamilton has already tested Ferrari’s new car and is preparing for further testing in Bahrain, with an optimistic yet cautious outlook on the upcoming season and the competitiveness among top teams.
