Ferrari are set to go “bold” with the livery of the Project 677 car for Lewis Hamilton’s first season with the team in F1 2025, it has been claimed. But the team are to stop short of following in the footsteps of Mercedes,

The 39-year-old replaces Carlos Sainz at Ferrari, with Leclerc having been the de facto No 1 at the team over the last few years. And ahead of the 2025 season, many fans have wondered whether Hamilton will usurp Leclerc in that role, or whether the Monegasque will retain his spot.

The first time Hamilton dons the famous red Ferrari colors and gets behind the wheel of one of its F1 cars will be the moment he has longed for throughout his career. It is also set to be a relatively low-key event.

As Lewis Hamilton starts a new chapter in his illustrious racing career, he took to LinkedIn recently to express his excitement about the power of “reinvention” as he moves to Scuderia Ferrari. Many reacted positively to his message,

Lewis Hamilton has been tipped for a tough arrival at Ferrari following a frustrating few years at Mercedes. The 39-year-old signed off his career at Mercedes with one of his worst seasons in F1, where he was frequently left downcast by his results and performances.