Lewis Hamilton expresses Mercedes return wish in emotional final address.
In his heartfelt farewell speech, Lewis Hamilton expressed a deep desire to return to Mercedes in the future.As Lewis Hamilton bids farewell to Mercedes—hopefully just for a short while, he expressed his gratitude toward the team and wished them ongoing success in the future.
After securing 84 victories, 78 pole positions, 153 podium finishes, and six Drivers’ Championships together, the collaboration between Hamilton and Mercedes has concluded.
The most successful driver in Formula 1 history is now poised to embark on a new chapter with Ferrari beginning in the F1 2025 season.Lewis Hamilton is keen to return for Mercedes’ upcoming visit.
Following the end of the F1 2024 season finale in Abu Dhabi, Hamilton embarked on a farewell tour with Mercedes. His journey included a stop in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where he said goodbye to staff at Petronas, Mercedes’ title sponsor.
He then traveled to Stuttgart before visiting Brackley and Brixworth—the headquarters for Mercedes’ chassis and engine operations respectively.In his final debrief with Mercedes, Hamilton shared a heartfelt message with the staff at Brixworth.
Have your tissues on hand!”Mercedes has genuinely changed my life,” he commented.Growing up in Stevenage, I dreamed of racing in Formula 1 and becoming a World Champion. In those days, it was just me and my parents; little did I realize that many amazing people would eventually join me on this journey, supporting and guiding me towards achieving such an ambition.
I will regularly monitor the screens to keep track of your locations, and I always wish each of you the very best.I believe in you and will continue to support you. When you achieve success, I’ll be immensely proud knowing that I was hopefully a small part of the dream you’re living as well.Thank you all immensely.
I’m sending love and best wishes to you and your families.Hamilton has signed a multi-year contract with Ferrari, but he hopes to have the chance to return for another stint at Mercedes in the future.Hamilton’s move to Ferrari marks his first departure from a longstanding association with Mercedes in Formula 1.
From 2007 to 2012, he raced for McLaren and secured his first World Championship title in 2008 while driving cars equipped with Mercedes engines.
“I sincerely hope to return and see all of you again in the coming years,” Hamilton said.I sincerely appreciate everyone.Lewis Hamilton is set to join Ferrari, teaming up with Charles Leclerc.
Meanwhile, Kimi Antonelli, the rising star from Formula 2, will step into…Hamilton’s position at Mercedes.