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Hamilton secures VICTORY as Leclerc crushed in first Ferrari showdown
Lewis Hamilton has secured a dominant win over Charles Leclerc in a fan poll conducted by GPFans, marking a major moment in their first official showdown as team-mates at Ferrari. The two drivers made their debut as a pairing in January, after Hamilton’s highly anticipated move to the Scuderia. The duo was seen wearing their new red Ferrari race suits for the 2025 season, signaling the start of what is expected to be an exciting partnership.
As the new Ferrari line-up, Hamilton and Leclerc are predicted to form a well-matched duo, capable of challenging for titles if Ferrari can provide them with a competitive car. Both drivers have already begun to showcase their new helmet designs for 2025, with Leclerc opting for a Monaco-inspired theme, featuring the colors of the Monaco flag, red and white. Hamilton, meanwhile, has brought back his iconic yellow helmet, reminiscent of the designs he wore at McLaren and Mercedes early in his career. The yellow color scheme is a nod to his beginnings and brings an old-school feel to his new chapter at Ferrari.
Hamilton’s move to Ferrari has not been without its challenges. During a recent testing session at Barcelona, the seven-time world champion suffered a crash, marking a continuation of a curious pattern in his career. In fact, every time Hamilton has joined a new team in F1, he has experienced a crash during the first testing session, whether it was with McLaren or Mercedes. Despite these initial setbacks, Hamilton has a proven track record of bouncing back and going on to win the World Drivers’ Championship the following year on both occasions. This history of resilience has only heightened anticipation for his performance in 2025.
The fan poll conducted by GPFans saw Hamilton emerge as a clear favorite, with an overwhelming 79% of respondents voting in favor of his yellow helmet design. This marks a crushing defeat for Leclerc, who secured just 21% of the vote in the first battle between the two Ferrari drivers. This poll result further fuels the excitement surrounding the upcoming season, with many fans already rallying behind Hamilton as the face of Ferrari’s 2025 title challenge.
Looking ahead, Hamilton and Leclerc will soon return to the track for further testing. The pair will take part in Pirelli’s 2026 tire test in Barcelona on February 4 and 5, followed by the crucial pre-season testing in Bahrain from February 26-28. These sessions will be pivotal for both drivers as they aim to prepare for what promises to be an exhilarating season at Ferrari. With both drivers pushing to prove their worth, the rivalry between them is set to add another layer of intrigue to the 2025 Formula 1 season.
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