Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton will join Ferrari in the 2025 season. The seven-time world champion has recently been linked with Ferrari, with widespread anticipation of a huge swap. While both companies have previously rejected any such conversations, it is anticipated that Hamilton will leave Mercedes once his two-year contract expires. Meanwhile, Mercedes and Ferrari have declined to comment on the mounting speculation. It should be noted that Sky Sports Television reported that Mercedes principal Toto Wolff would brief the team before making a formal announcement later on Thursday (February 1). Hamilton, 39, has been partnered with Mercedes since 2013. He won his first title with McLaren 16 years ago, in 2008.
Hamilton signed a multi-year contract with Mercedes last year, covering 2024 and 2025
It’s worth noting that Hamilton signed a multi-year contract with Mercedes last year, covering 2024 and 2025. Now it looks like the second season was merely an option because he was about to go away. Thus, Hamilton’s move to Ferrari suggests that he will have an escape clause, which means that if he signs with Ferrari, he will be able to join them in 2025. While an official confirmation is likely soon, it is a major setback for Mercedes, which lobbied hard to extend the senior star’s tenure last year. As of now, it is unknown what provoked such a dramatic shift, as many expected Hamilton to finish his F1 career with Mercedes.
