Lewis Hamilton to join Ferrari F1 team in 2025 - The Statesman

Lewis Hamilton may leave Mercedes after 11 years, with Ferrari in the mix. Outcome expected by the end of the week.

In a surprising turn of events, Lewis Hamilton has announced his departure from Mercedes AMG Petronas after a successful 11-year partnership. While it is not confirmed whether a final contract has been signed, discussions are ongoing, and a resolution could be reached by the end of the week.

Hamilton has long harbored a desire to drive for Ferrari, but previously turned down their advances in favor of the perceived greater potential for success with Mercedes. However, after two challenging seasons for Mercedes, it seems that Ferrari may have succeeded in persuading Hamilton that it is the better choice for his future endeavors.

Currently, it appears that Hamilton may have signed a multi-year contract with Mercedes for 2024 and 2025, including an escape clause that would allow him to join Ferrari in 2025 if he so desires. Both Mercedes-Benz AMG Petronas and Ferrari have refrained from commenting on the situation.

If Hamilton's departure is confirmed, Mercedes will undoubtedly suffer a significant blow, as they had secured a long-term contract with him just last year. Following the conclusion of the arrangement, Hamilton expressed confidence in Mercedes' ability to rebound from their challenging seasons in 2022 and 2023 and compete for the championship with their new car this season.

It remains unclear what may have prompted Hamilton's change of heart regarding his commitment to Mercedes, where he was expected to finish his Formula One career. The potential move to Ferrari marks a significant shift in Hamilton's career trajectory and has undoubtedly left fans and the racing community eagerly awaiting further developments.