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F1 News: Former Champion - Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari Move ‘Will Be Make Or Break For Charles Leclerc’

The arrival of Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari in 2025 represents a critical juncture in Charles Leclerc’s Formula 1 career.

Lydia Mee

Nov 15, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Mercedes AMG Petronas driver Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain
Nov 15, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Mercedes AMG Petronas driver Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain / Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Former F1 world champion Jacques Villeneuve claims that Lewis Hamilton's switch to Ferrari in 2025 could be pivotal for Charles Leclerc's career. According to Villeneuve, this change represents a significant challenge for the Monegasque driver, as Hamilton's arrival will definitively test his capabilities and resolve within the team.

Key Takeaways:

  • Jacques Villeneuve has stated that Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari in 2025 is crucial for Charles Leclerc, claiming that it could either make or break his career.
  • Charles Leclerc has been outperformed by his teammate Carlos Sainz in the current season, heightening the pressure as Hamilton's arrival approaches.

After an illustrious career with Mercedes, Lewis Hamilton is set to join Ferrari in 2025, taking over from Carlos Sainz.

Jacques Villeneuve, the 1997 World Champion, emphasized the importance of this transition for Charles Leclerc, who has yet to secure a championship despite showing potential. He explained to GP Fans:

“He still has to prove it. He’s shown a lot of speed, he’s shown that he’s super fast, but he’s not the one who won the race for Ferrari last year. So it will be interesting to see how that balances out inside Ferrari.

“This will be make or break for Charles, not for Lewis.”

The internal dynamics at Ferrari have always been a topic of intrigue, and the arrival of a high-profile driver like Hamilton is likely to intensify this scrutiny. Leclerc, who has been overshadowed by his teammate Sainz this season, faces an uphill battle. Sainz's performance has been notably strong, marking significant victories and consistently finishing ahead of Leclerc, as seen in races such as the Australian Grand Prix where Sainz led a Ferrari 1-2 finish.

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Lydia Mee
LYDIA MEE

Lydia is the lead editor of F1 editorial. After following the sport for several years, she was finally able to attend the British Grand Prix in person in 2017. Since then, she's been addicted to not only the racing, but the atmosphere the fans bring to each event. She's a strong advocate for women in motorsport and a more diverse industry. 

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