Lewis Hamilton is making the boldest move of his legendary career, jumping from Mercedes to Ferrari for the 2025 season. It’s a switch that has left F1 fans worldwide stunned – and for good reason. After 12 incredible years with Mercedes, the seven-time world champion is trading silver for red.
“It’s a dream scenario for any driver to have an opportunity like this,” Hamilton said about joining the iconic Italian team.
At 39, he’s now the second-oldest driver on the grid. But age isn’t slowing down his ambitions. If anything, this surprise move seems to have lit a new fire under him.
“It re-sparks motivation,” Hamilton explained.
The switch to Ferrari isn’t just another team change. It’s a shot at making history with the most famous racing team in the world. Ferrari hasn’t won a drivers’ championship since 2007 – could Hamilton be the one to end that drought?
He’s not taking anything for granted though. Hamilton knows from experience that switching teams isn’t easy.
“I remember when I joined Mercedes, and it’s not an easy step to enter a new team,” he said. “It takes time to build new relationships and learn the tools.”
He’s especially mindful of the driver he’s replacing. “Massive respect for Carlos [Sainz] and everything he’s done within the team,” Hamilton added.
The move means 2024 will be his last season in Mercedes silver. But don’t expect him to coast through it. Hamilton’s already thinking about how he’ll approach his Ferrari challenge.
“I plan to come into next year with that same focus, that same might that I had when I joined Mercedes,” he said. “Ultimately, that leap of faith is exciting and exhilarating.”
For Ferrari fans, the wait begins. Could Hamilton finally bring that coveted eighth championship to Maranello? It would be quite the way to cap off an already incredible career.
