SUMMARY
- Lewis Hamilton's decision to leave Mercedes has left former F1 boss speechless.
- The ex-Mercedes boss expected Hamilton to stay with the Brackley outfit until his retirement.
The shocking news of Lewis Hamilton moving to Ferrari and hatching a new plan to win his 8th championship title. With his new journey, the Briton plans on taking home a $100 million contract with the Monza team and leaving behind the identity that he made with the Brackley outfitters.
After having spent 11 years of his career with Mercedes, the star driver announced his leave and turned a new leaf to clinch his record-breaking title. However, after spending long successful years with the team, the champion won the Silver Arrows team eight constructors championships and secured seven world championships, becoming the only other driver to do so apart from Michael Schumacher.
Lewis Hamilton leaves Mercedes’s ex-boss at a loss for words
Lewis Hamilton has been a star of the sport after winning his first championship in only his second season of the sport. The Briton has since pulled a great run in his career and achieved more than what many wish. After having added 103 race wins and 104 pole positions to his record and marking an everlasting spot with his pedestal.
Hamilton has become a brand in the sport after his achievements with Mercedes and everything that he has done for Formula 1 outside the sport. From various fashion events to his appearances at music festivals Coachella also became a part of his presence. However, the champion’s sudden move from the Silver Arrows team has left many with their mouth agape.
#F1 | Former Mercedes Motorsport boss Norbert Haug was “blown away” by Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari.
“If I had a bet on one thing, on a combination in Formula 1 that would last for all eternity, it would have been Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes.”
“I was completely blown away.…
— deni (@fiagirly) February 13, 2024
After the recent shocking reveal, the Mercedes ex-boss, Norbert Haug, spoke about his amusement over the sudden change that F1 will be witnessing in 2025. With the recent news, the ex-team boss said,
“If I had a bet on one thing, on a combination in Formula 1 that would last for all eternity, it would have been Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes. I was completely blown away. I would have sworn all my oaths that it would stay that way forever and that he would stay with the star as a brand ambassador or whatever afterward.”
While Hamilton has achieved a lot more, his hunger hasn’t died and continues to push him to only chase for more glory.
Nigel Mansell speaks out about Hamilton’s possible 8th title
Nigel Mansell has had a somewhat successful career when compared to Lewis Hamilton. However, his personality and achievements have only made the champion a legend and a known name in the world of motorsport. After meeting for the very first time with Mansell and the legend announcing Hamilton’s brilliance to the world, the two have developed a deep respect for one another.
When the champion was asked about the Mercedes star, he had a rather optimistic outlook on the situation. The Briton believes that it may not be too late for Hamilton to win another championship. He said, “People are saying Lewis is too old at 39? No. I won my championship at 39 and I could have gone on, but politics got involved.”
1992 #F1 drivers’ champion Nigel Mansell says Lewis Hamilton’s age will play no part in whether he is competitive with Ferrari in 2025 ❌ pic.twitter.com/S50YdFYqvW
— Autosport (@autosport) February 17, 2024
The one-time champion and CART IndyCar World Series winner believes it isn’t over for the seven-time champion just yet and has a positive opinion about his time in Ferrari for the 2025 season.