Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur confirmed the signing of Lewis Hamilton for the 2025 season, stating that convincing the seven-time champion was easy due to their long-standing relationship and Hamilton’s ambition to race for Ferrari. Vasseur dismissed concerns over Hamilton’s recent qualifying struggles at Mercedes, highlighting his strong race performances. He expects a competitive yet respectful partnership between Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, believing the rivalry will benefit the team.
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Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri secured a stunning front-row lockout for McLaren in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix qualifying, putting them in a commanding position to win the Constructors’ Championship. Ferrari’s hopes were significantly hampered by Charles Leclerc’s penalty and elimination in Q2.
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc believes his team has a strong chance to win the Las Vegas Grand Prix, with the team looking to close the gap on McLaren in the Constructors’ Championship. Leclerc highlights Ferrari’s improved tire management as a key factor in their potential success at the demanding Las Vegas track.
Lewis Hamilton, set to join Ferrari in 2025, has been impressed by the Italian team’s resurgence and Red Bull’s recent struggles, hinting at a potential title challenge next year. Hamilton’s move to Ferrari comes as Mercedes boss Toto Wolff admits he was relieved to avoid having to potentially replace the seven-time world champion, highlighting the pressure of maintaining a top-performing team.
The United States Grand Prix delivered a thrilling weekend of racing, with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz dominating the race, while Max Verstappen extended his lead in the championship despite a strong challenge from Lando Norris. The weekend also saw a remarkable recovery by Marc Marquez in MotoGP, securing a victory in a nail-biting finish.
Ferrari N.V. has renewed its multi-year partnership with Shell PLC, covering its racing activities and the Ferrari Challenge Series. Meanwhile, Shell’s subsidiary has acquired a 609-megawatt power plant in Rhode Island, bolstering its position in the New England power market.
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Ferrari has appointed Loic Serra, a seasoned engineer from Mercedes, as their new chassis technical director, effective October. Serra will report directly to team principal Frederic Vasseur. This appointment comes after the departure of Enrico Cardile, who is joining Aston Martin as their chief technical officer.
Italian driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli will join Mercedes in Formula One starting in 2025, replacing Lewis Hamilton who will move to Ferrari. Antonelli’s confirmation comes after a challenging practice session at the Italian Grand Prix, where he crashed early on.
Ferrari arrives at their home race in Monza with a new look and a renewed sense of optimism, despite facing an uphill battle to challenge Red Bull’s dominance. The team hopes the recent performance improvements will translate to a strong showing at Monza, but Leclerc remains cautious, acknowledging their current pace deficit. Meanwhile, Verstappen continues his pursuit of a fourth consecutive world championship, although his lead has shrunk significantly.