BREAKING: Crucial Hamilton Ferrari revelation emerges as star REMAINS…Read more

A major update has surfaced regarding Lewis Hamilton’s potential move to Ferrari, confirming that the seven-time Formula 1 world champion will not be joining the team as fans had speculated. The excitement surrounding Hamilton’s transfer to Ferrari had been building as 2025 approached, but it appears that the British driver will remain at Mercedes instead.

The idea of Hamilton switching teams to the iconic Italian outfit had gained significant traction, with many expecting him to make the transition by the start of the 2025 season. As a result, anticipation grew for Hamilton’s first race in Ferrari colors, with fans eagerly awaiting his debut in a red car. While these expectations were high, the official confirmation has clarified that Hamilton’s F1 future remains with Mercedes for the time being.

The situation surrounding Hamilton’s potential Ferrari move became clearer with recent statements from Ferrari’s team principal, Fred Vasseur. Vasseur confirmed that Hamilton would indeed be involved with Ferrari for testing purposes, but it would not be as part of a regular race seat in the team. Instead, Hamilton is slated to participate in a special testing program that will see him driving older Ferrari machinery. These tests, which form part of the TPC (Testing of Previous Cars) initiative, are expected to begin in January, assuming the weather permits.

This early session in January will mark Hamilton’s first time behind the wheel of a Ferrari F1 car. The Bahrain testing in February is still set to be Hamilton’s official first full outing with Ferrari, but the January tests will give him a chance to familiarize himself with the team’s equipment in a more informal capacity. It’s not yet clear whether this involvement will extend to anything more permanent with the Scuderia in the future.

In another significant revelation, the media in Italy has disclosed who will be Hamilton’s new race engineer at Ferrari. In the past, Hamilton had a longstanding and crucial partnership with Peter Bonnington, who played an instrumental role in his success at Mercedes. However, Bonnington has decided to remain with Mercedes for the 2025 season, leaving a gap in Hamilton’s Ferrari setup. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Hamilton’s new race engineer will be Riccardo Adami, a key member of the Ferrari team.

Adami’s role will be crucial in ensuring that Hamilton transitions smoothly into his new environment, working closely with him on race strategies and car setup. With Bonnington remaining with Mercedes, the spotlight will now be on Adami to forge a strong working relationship with Hamilton. It’s clear that the team at Ferrari will be working hard to ensure Hamilton’s success if and when he officially joins the Scuderia in the future. For now, though, Hamilton’s connection with Mercedes remains intact as he continues his career with the Silver Arrows.