The biggest news of the past week, Lewis Hamilton’s impending move to Ferrari in 2025, surprised many, including Flavio Briatore, the former head of the Benetton and Renault teams. In the context of this situation, he recalled the story of how Michael Schumacher, driving for Benetton, decided to sign a contract with the Scuderia at the end of 1995.
“To be honest, the news that Hamilton is moving to Ferrari really surprised me,” 73-year-old Briatore admitted in an interview with La Presse. “But he has his own reasons for that.” All I can say is my congratulations to both Ferrari and Lewis!
This whole story surprised me because Mercedes did so much for him. But gradually they will get used to this new situation. I think Hamilton’s decision really ruined things for them. At one point, when it became clear that Michael Schumacher would move to Ferrari, I was certainly ready for it.
But did Hamilton make the right choice? Do not know. First of all, the Italian team needs to build a good car. Otherwise, you can sign a contract even with Batman, and even he can’t change anything. The key to success in 2025 will be a competitive car, not a driver.”
Source: F1 News
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