Lewis Hamilton at Scuderia Ferrari: "It's a dream scenario" says F1 driver

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton is on the cusp of a career turning point in his career. Formula 1. This weekend, he will contest his last race with Mercedes in Abu Dhabi. to move to Scuderia Ferrari in 2025. The transfer has already been described as a "dream scenario" by the British driver. But what does this switch to red really mean for Hamiltonfor Ferrari and for F1?

An emotional departure for Mercedes

After 11 years of unprecedented success with Mercedes, Hamilton prepares to bid farewell to the team that helped him win six of his seven world titles. At a recent press conference, he shared his feelings about the approaching separation:
"These next few days are going to be very emotional. It's a big unknown for what's next, but there's also a lot of excitement."

This nostalgic departure opens the door to a new challenge for the Briton, as he prepares to join F1's most iconic team.

A transfer with huge stakes

Joining Ferrari is a dream for any driver, but it's also a huge responsibility. The Scuderia hasn't won a drivers' title since Kimi Räikkönen in 2007. The pressure is therefore immense for Hamilton, who is well aware of the expectations that await him in Maranello:
"It's a dream scenario, but we shouldn't take it for granted. It's difficult to go to Ferrari. I'm motivated by this unique opportunity."

With this transfer, the Scuderia Ferrari hopes draw on Hamilton's experience and determination to break this long period of drought. Frédéric Vasseur, the team's managing director, described the arrival as a key moment in Ferrari's quest to regain its former glory.

An inevitable parallel with Michael Schumacher

Hamilton, though far removed from any direct comparison, cannot avoid parallels with Michael Schumacher. The seven-time German world champion left his mark on Ferrari's history, leading the company to five consecutive titles between 2000 and 2004. But other legends, such as Alonso, Vettel and Prost, failed to repeat the feat with the Scuderia.

Asked about this challenge, Hamilton was clear:
"I'm not looking to compare myself to Michael. It's not something I'm thinking about at the moment. I just want to approach this new stage with the same concentration and power as when I joined Mercedes."

Hamilton aware of the work ahead adapting to a new team, learning the subtleties of Ferrari's tools, and building relationships with Maranello's engineers and mechanics. He approaches this transition with optimism:
"It's exhilarating. This leap of faith reminds me of my early days at Mercedes. I'm ready to take on this challenge and give my all to this new adventure."

His first drive with Ferrari, scheduled for Fiorano in January 2025will officially mark the start of this new chapter.

Towards an already historic 2025 season?

With Charles Leclerc as his teammate, the Scuderia now has a formidable duo for the 2025 season. If the chemistry between Hamilton and Ferrari works, this collaboration could go down in history, in the hope that the two drivers respectfully pull each other up.