Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time Formula 1 champion, is on the verge of making a groundbreaking switch to Ferrari in 2025. With negotiations reportedly reaching an advanced stage, everyone is abuzz with anticipation over Hamilton’s next move.

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Ferrari’s interest in Hamilton isn’t new, but until now, Hamilton has remained loyal to Mercedes, believing it offered a more viable path to continued success. 

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Yet, following two challenging seasons with Mercedes, it seems Ferrari might finally have persuaded Hamilton to reconsider his future.

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Despite signing a multi-year deal with Mercedes covering 2024 and 2025, it’s revealed that the contract for the latter year may include an option clause, potentially allowing Hamilton an escape route to Ferrari.

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Mercedes, which had gone through extensive negotiations to secure Hamilton’s services through the next seasons, could see this as a major setback. 

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Hamilton expressed his faith in the Mercedes team’s recovery and development, especially after the hurdles of the 2022/2023 seasons.

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“I do have faith that we will get there.”

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