Lando Norris reacts with one word to Lewis Hamilton's first photo as Ferrari driver
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After nearly a year of anticipation, the Formula 1 world finally caught its first glimpse of Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari’s headquarters.
Lewis Hamilton had a farewell tour during the 2024 F1 season after announcing his departure from Mercedes before the campaign began. Despite his emotional victory at Silverstone and inheriting a win from George Russell at Spa, it wasn't the swan song he would have hoped for with the Silver Arrows.
Instead, much of his final season with Mercedes was spent watching Ferrari edge ahead, narrowly missing out on the Constructors' Championship.
Now, Lewis Hamilton believes he's in the right environment to challenge McLaren and Red Bull as he targets his elusive eighth world championship.
One driver who could complicate Hamilton's start at Ferrari is Lando Norris. Norris was among those who tried—and failed—to halt Max Verstappen's dominance in 2024.
With standout victories in the Netherlands and Singapore, Lando Norris proved he has the potential to become a future F1 champion. However, Verstappen’s relentless form continues to cast a long shadow over the grid. Now, both Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris are determined to be the ones to end Verstappen's streak of five consecutive titles.
Formula 1 fans eagerly awaited confirmation of Hamilton's move to Ferrari, holding their breath for an official announcement. Speculation intensified when Hamilton was spotted outside Ferrari's headquarters, followed by the release of his first official portrait with the team.
Damon Hill reacted to seeing Hamilton at Ferrari for the first time, while F1TV broadcaster Ruth Buscombe Divey commented, "Sir Lewis! Welcome home."
Meanwhile, Hamilton's former McLaren rival Lando Norris replied to his post, simply remarking "Don" in reference to his outfit.
Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton could potentially engage in an all-British battle for the 2025 F1 title
It remains uncertain which team will have the fastest car in 2025.
With new regulations looming for the following year, it's unlikely that any team will undergo a complete car revolution over the winter.
If that proves true, Norris and Hamilton could find themselves in direct contention for the title, a scenario that would surely delight British fans. Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri, driving identical cars, will also aim to challenge for the championship, while George Russell at Mercedes could emerge as a third British contender. All these drivers, however, are keenly aware that despite Red Bull's struggles at the end of last season, Verstappen likely remains the favorite to clinch the title.
Nico Rosberg has expressed confidence in Lando Norris's championship prospects, though even he knows that the 27-year-old Hamilton cannot be underestimated, especially if he gets the chance to spoil the party for his younger compatriot.
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