BREAKING: Stunning details emerge from FIRST Hamilton team radio message at Ferrari…Read more
Stunning details emerge from FIRST Hamilton team radio message at Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton’s first team radio message has been revealed following his debut test with Ferrari, offering a glimpse into his emotional experience at the wheel of the SF-23. The 40-year-old Formula 1 champion took to the track for the first time with the Scuderia team on January 24, 2025, at their private Fiorano circuit. This marks a significant moment in Hamilton’s career as he begins his new chapter with Ferrari.
Hamilton is currently limited by the Testing of a Previous Car (TPC) regulations, which prevent teams from testing their current cars for development purposes. As a result, he was only allowed to test the 2023 SF-23, which is at least two years old, to avoid gaining a competitive edge over other teams. He is set to continue his testing in the SF-23 at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on January 28, 29, and 30, alongside his new teammate Charles Leclerc.
His debut on track at Maranello quickly attracted the attention of Ferrari’s passionate fanbase, the Tifosi, who gathered to witness the historic moment. During his first laps in the Ferrari, Hamilton shared an emotional response over the team radio, capturing the excitement of the occasion. His engineer, Riccardo Adami, initiated the conversation with a standard radio check, to which Hamilton responded with awe and enthusiasm.
“Wow! Whew! Hehe. It’s a… wow, that was amazing,” Hamilton exclaimed over the radio, clearly impressed by the car and the experience. This exchange highlighted his appreciation of the moment, as he began to bond with his new team and machine.
Hamilton’s decision to join Ferrari marks a major shift in his career, and his long-time engineer, Peter Bonnington, will not be accompanying him. Instead, he will work with Adami, a seasoned engineer with Ferrari who takes over the role. This change adds to the sense of a new chapter for Hamilton, as he embarks on a fresh challenge at the twilight of his illustrious career. The partnership with Adami is expected to bring a different dynamic, but Hamilton’s excitement suggests that he is eager to embrace the change and forge new successes with the iconic Italian team.
While it’s still early in his Ferrari journey, the debut test and the emotional radio exchange signal a promising start. Hamilton’s eagerness to drive for Ferrari and his visible passion during the test have only added to the anticipation surrounding his next steps with the team. Fans are already looking forward to seeing him back on track in the SF-23 and the upcoming 2025 car, hoping to witness more iconic moments as he continues to shape the next chapter of his legendary F1 career.