Lewis Hamilton’s shock 2025 Ferrari move confirmed – to partner Charles Leclerc, replace Carlos Sainz

Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari has been confirmed for 2025: partner Charles Leclerc replaces Carlos Sainz.

It’s official: seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton will wear red in 2025 following his landmark switch from Mercedes-AMG Petronas to Scuderia Ferrari. .” .” The storm of speculation that started last night has come to an end, with all the important figures confirming the news.

Mercedes was the first to announce Hamilton’s departure, saying the 39-year-old Briton had activated the release option on the two-year contract he signed last year. “From a team and driver combination perspective, our relationship with Lewis has been unprecedented in the sport and something we look back on with pride. Lewis will always be an important part of Mercedes motorsport history.

“But we knew that at some point our collaboration would naturally end, and that day has come. We welcome Lewis’ decision to pursue a new challenge and it is very exciting to think about our options for the future,” said team principal Toto Wolff.

Hamilton added: “I’ve had 11 great years with this team and I’m very proud of what we’ve achieved together. Mercedes has been a part of my life since I was 13 years old. Take it because this is where I grew up