BREAKING: Ferrari Sets Deadline as Hamilton’s Fut..Read more
BREAKING: Ferrari Sets Deadline as Hamilton’s Fut..Read more
Ferrari Sets Deadline as Hamilton’s Future Hangs in the Balance
Lewis Hamilton’s highly anticipated move to Ferrari is already facing pressure, as fresh reports suggest the Italian team has set a firm deadline regarding plans for his long-term replacement. With expectations sky-high and the spotlight unrelenting, insiders claim Ferrari is beginning to question how long they can realistically build around the seven-time world champion.
Hamilton, who shocked the motorsport world earlier this year by announcing his switch from Mercedes to Ferrari for the 2025 season, will be nearing 40 when he begins his stint with the Scuderia. While his experience and winning pedigree are unquestionable, concerns are quietly growing within the team about the long-term vision—especially with younger talents making waves across the grid.
According to sources close to the team, Ferrari has internally discussed a timeline for evaluating Hamilton’s impact, performance, and adaptability. While the team fully intends to give him the resources to fight for a championship, they’re also planning for life beyond the Hamilton era—before it even begins. The suggested replacement deadline is reportedly linked to the end of the 2026 season, when new engine regulations are introduced and teams may look to restructure their lineups.
Ferrari Team Principal Frédéric Vasseur has remained tight-lipped about the future but recently hinted that the team is “always thinking about the next generation,” further fueling speculation. Young drivers such as Ollie Bearman and even McLaren’s Lando Norris have been rumored as potential future targets.
Meanwhile, Hamilton remains focused on ending his Mercedes chapter on a high and embracing the challenge ahead with Ferrari. In recent interviews, he has expressed excitement about helping Ferrari return to championship-winning form, calling it “a dream and a mission.”
Still, the reality of Formula 1’s ruthless pace means even legends are subject to scrutiny. As Ferrari prepares for a new era, the clock may already be ticking on Hamilton’s tenure—long before he even wears the iconic red suit in competition.
