The fateful day has finally arrived. Today officially begins the “era” of Lewis Hamilton in Ferrari . The long-awaited marriage has been official for over a year and was eagerly awaited by both parties. In Italy there is enthusiasm and curiosity to see what results this meeting between two legends of Formula 1 will bring, with the common goal of aiming to win the world drivers’ title, and the Constructors’ title.
As we anticipated over the past week, the first day of work for the seven-time world champion would be Monday 20 January 2025 , with a simulator session and many meetings with Ferrari engineers and employee.
The goal is to quickly integrate into the new reality, following a first informal meeting that has already taken place during this winter break. After the holidays, as confirmed by CEO Benedetto Vigna, Lewis Hamilton has finally arrived in Maranello.
This morning, for the first time, he crossed the gates of the SF as an official Ferrari driver.
Thanks to RaceDay Official who was present on site, AutoRacer shares the first photos of Hamilton crossing the gate of the Ferrari headquarters in Maranello and thus starting his first day in red.
The British driver arrived at the headquarters around 10 and will now begin his first real day as a Ferrari driver. This week, he will have the opportunity to get to know his new team and meet Charles Leclerc – who will also be in Maranello.
Hamilton will carry out his first test at the wheel of a Ferrari in the Fiorano circuit, scheduled for January 22. His first real meeting with the engineers will take place soon, around 11.30, to begin planning for the new season.
