BREAKING :Hamilton shares picture in red as Ferrari switch...

Hamilton shares picture in red as Ferrari switch made official

Lewis Hamilton has shared an exciting teaser on Instagram, fueling anticipation among his fans as he prepares to debut in Ferrari red. The seven-time Formula 1 world champion’s move to Ferrari has been officially confirmed, with his contract beginning on January 1, 2025.

The announcement of Hamilton’s switch to the Maranello-based team was made public at the start of 2024, and it sparked months of speculation, with the Formula 1 community eagerly awaiting confirmation. After an 11-month wait, Ferrari and the official Formula 1 website announced on New Year’s Day that Hamilton’s move to the iconic Italian team had been finalized.

With the contract now official, all eyes are on when Hamilton, 39, will make his first appearance in Ferrari gear. Team principal Fred Vasseur has hinted that Hamilton may make his first track appearance in January, well before the official pre-season testing session, which is set to take place in Bahrain in February.

On New Year’s Day, Ferrari also made some notable social media moves. They followed Hamilton on Instagram and shared a video of themselves browsing through his impressive profile, which boasts a massive 38.5 million followers. This sparked further excitement and set the stage for Hamilton to share his own post soon after.

The photo Hamilton chose to share caused quite a stir among his fans. While everyone is eagerly waiting for a glimpse of the seven-time world champion in his new Ferrari team gear, Hamilton shared a throwback photo from his karting days. In the image, Hamilton is seen wearing a red helmet that mirrors Ferrari’s signature color, along with his iconic number 44 displayed prominently on the front of his kart. He is also dressed in a bright yellow racing suit, a nod to his early years in the sport.

Adding to the intrigue, Hamilton posted another picture on his Instagram story, this time showing him on the ski slopes. Once again, he was dressed in a red ski suit, further reinforcing his connection to the color that fans will soon associate with him as a Ferrari driver.

Despite the social media frenzy surrounding Hamilton’s switch, his first official race as a Ferrari driver will not take place until March 16. This marks the start of the 2025 Formula 1 season, which will be a highly anticipated event for both Hamilton and Ferrari fans alike.

With the stage now set for Hamilton’s debut in Ferrari colors, there is no doubt that the upcoming season will be filled with excitement and high expectations for the legendary driver’s performance with his new team.