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      Lewis Hamilton completes his first lap in a Ferrari… but fans can barely see it as thick fog engulfs iconic F1 circuit

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      FANS missed Lewis Hamilton driving a Ferrari Formula One car for the first time as fog engulfed the track.The seven-time world champion has been at the manufacturer’s HQ in Maranello, Italy since the start of the week.Sky Sports viewers were left struggling to see Lewis Hamilton through the fogCredit: Sky SportsThe mist did clear and Hamilton could be spotted whizzing around the trackCredit: ReutersHamilton posed in Ferrari’s red race suit for the first timeCredit: @lewishamiltonHamilton got the chance to take an old F1 car for a spin today around the Ferrari-owned Fiorano Circuit.Sky Sports News cameras were there to capture the moment live but ended up having a nightmare. They went over to reporter Craig Slater at the wrong moment, who informed them: “I am afraid your timing is very unfortunate because Lewis Hamilton has just flashed past in the last few seconds.”Viewers had to wait for him to come around again, but they were left struggling to see the car due to incredibly thick fog.READ MORE ON HAMILTONFans joked: “He has disappeared in the mist.”Another commented: “Looks like some kind of a secret reveal. Just need to wait for the mist to clear and we will see Hamilton.”Around 1,000 fans were at the Fiorano Circuit to get a glimpse of their new hero.Ferrari released a clip of the 40-year-old Brit in their iconic red race suit coming out the old house of founder Enzo Ferrari and hopping into a car.Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSSupporters could not hide their excitement ahead of the new season, which starts with testing in Bahrain on February 26, saying: “This is absolutely awesome, what a moment.”A second added: “Still feels like I am stuck in a dream.”Lewis Hamilton visits Ferrari HQ as he arrives at Maranello for his first official day with the Scuderia On his first day at the Scuderia base on Monday, Hamilton posed for snaps in front of the iconic house wearing a stylish suit.He ended his glittering 12-year stay at Mercedes at the end of last season and penned a two-year deal with Ferrari worth a reported £100million. Hamilton’s right-hand woman and “chief confidante” Angela Cullen is set to join him at Ferrari, having spent the last two years working apart.F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Liam LawsonFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and Isack HadjarHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon More

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      ‘Fire’ say fans as Lewis Hamilton unveils new tattoo with sweet hidden meaning and poses in Ferrari red for first time

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      LEWIS HAMILTON unveiled his latest tattoo as he posed in Ferrari red for the first time.The seven-time world champion made the shock move to leave Mercedes and join Ferrari ahead of the 2025 Formula One season. Lewis Hamilton posed with his tattoo artist on social mediaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/mr.k_tattoo/The British racing driver got the ’11:11′ inking in redCredit: https://www.instagram.com/mr.k_tattoo/The driver left Mercedes for Ferrari for the 2025 F1 seasonCredit: https://www.instagram.com/lewishamilton/He will hope the iconic red brings him fresh joy on the track this year.But he has also got the colour inked on his skin with his new neck tattoo.And there is a beautiful meaning behind the simple bodywork.Hamilton, 40, was pictured wearing a white vest and black beanie hat with his tattoo artist Mr K.READ MORE ON F1And another pic showed a close-up of the new red ink of “11:11” in between four short lines.Mr K captioned the post: “I’m so excited about your new chapter bro. For his Mum 11:11.”And the hidden message is a nod to Hamilton’s mum Carmen who was born on November 11. That sparked a wave of classy messages of support from fans on social media.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSOne wrote: “Sweet.”Another said: “Nice work and a beautiful tribute.”F1 star Lewis Hamilton tells us the stories behind his tattoosA third added: “Team LH approved – love this.”And a final user replied: “Bellissimo. Amazing Work.”On the same day as the news about his tattoo, Hamilton looked the part in his new Ferrari racing kit. He took to Twitter with a photo decked out in the all-red outfit and wrote “First time in red,” prompting one adoring supporter to proclaim: “This is fire.”Hamilton – who had his first day with The Prancing Horse on Monday – is desperate to secure a record-breaking eighth world crown with his new team.The Brit was cruelly denied No8 in farcical scenes in Abu Dhabi in 2021 as Max Verstappen clinched his maiden title on the final lap of the season.The Red Bull star has reigned for the following three years, while Hamilton has won just two races across that time. But after a more promising 2024 campaign, he will be hoping to match his talent and experience with a better Ferrari car than those produced by Mercedes in recent times. After his unveiling at the Scuderia where he will partner Charles Leclerc under a strict new rule, Hamilton wrote: “There are some days that you know you’ll remember forever and today, my first as a Ferrari driver, is one of those days.”I’ve been lucky enough to have achieved things in my career I never thought possible, but part of me has always held on to that dream of racing in red.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I couldn’t be happier to realise that dream today.”Today we start a new era in the history of this iconic team, and I can’t wait to see what story we will write together.”Hamilton had his first day at Ferrari on MondayCredit: PAHe was given a hero’s welcome by adoring fansCredit: Getty More

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      Lewis Hamilton will have to follow strict rule at Ferrari that he hasn’t had to worry about at any previous F1 team

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      SIR LEWIS HAMILTON is set to face a very special and STRICT rule at Ferrari, which he is not at all used to.Hamilton, 40, shocked the world of Formula One when he rolled credits on his glittering 11-year stint with Mercedes.Sir Lewis Hamilton is set to face a very special and strict rule at FerrariCredit: PAFerrari don’t have a No1 driver like Mercedes did when Hamilton drove for themCredit: AlamySir Lewis signed with Ferrari last year and and is expected to make his on-track debut on Wednesday.However, the British megastar is set for a completely different style with the Scuderia.It is well known several F1 teams quite openly have a driver hierarchy within the team.For example, Max Verstappen is given priority on strategy for Red Bull and the same applied for Hamilton at Mercedes when he teamed up with Valtteri Bottas.Read More on F1The same, though, doesn’t apply for Ferrari regardless of the names that drive their cars.The team is above all else and thus the notion of having a No1 driver is not considered by the Italian team.Therefore, Hamilton will not be receiving any preferential treatment when he links up with Charles Leclerc.Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur said last year: “I remember perfectly that one year ago in the same room, I had tons of questions about Charles number one and Carlos [Sainz] number two and blah, blah, blah.Most read in Motorsport“It’s not that we have a number one that’s a bigger asset. We have two drivers, they are doing a good job.”That poses as an interesting factor considering Hamilton’s dip in form and Leclerc’s rise.Lewis Hamilton visits Ferrari HQ as he arrives at Maranello for his first official day with the Scuderia Especially considering the Monegasque star has a 100 per cent record of out qualifying his team-mates across a full season. More

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      F1 legend Lewis Hamilton set for emotional reunion with much-loved ex-team member Angela Cullen at Ferrari

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      LEWIS HAMILTON is set to reunite with a former team member at Ferrari.The 40-year-old made a visit to the Scuderia factory yesterday and posed for snaps in a stylish suit in front of founder Enzo Ferrari’s house.Angela Cullen is set to join Lewis Hamilton at FerrariCredit: PAHamilton was unveiled at Ferrari yesterdayCredit: PAHamilton, who has penned a two-year deal worth a reported £100million, is set to be joined by his most trusted aid this season.Angela Cullen will be back by his side, with the Daily Mail claiming she is currently staying just down the road from Ferrari’s HQ in Maranello.The 50-year-old right-hand woman is a huge part of Hamilton’s backroom team, but they have not worked together for the last two years.Cullen was at Mercedes for four of the six world titles he won while at the Silver Arrows.READ MORE IN F1The physio from New Zealand has been labelled the driver’s “chief confidante” and “one of the best things” in Hamilton’s life.She was also part of his trusted “bubble” in Covid and speculation recently arose that they were on a skiing holiday together.Hamilton has been full of praise for mum of two Cullen, saying: “Angela and I are naturally incredibly close. We pretty much live together.”She’s the single hardest-working woman that I get to be around.Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS”She is focused, selfless, and she makes my weekends peaceful.”Every day I wake up, whatever time it is, she is just positive – never a single day has she been negative, so that’s very, very important. Lewis Hamilton jumps out of a helicopter as F1 star snowboards with Olympic champion in incredible video”I think it’s important in life to put positive people around you. “You can’t be going around with deadweights, you can’t be going around with people who don’t inspire you to be better and lift you up when you’re down.”You need to be around people who can do that for you, and she’s one of them.”F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Liam LawsonFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and Isack HadjarHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon More

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      Lewis Hamilton turns up for first day of work at Ferrari as F1 star posts awe-inspiring statement after realising dream

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      LEWIS HAMILTON has arrived for his first day of work at Ferrari ahead of the 2025 Formula One season.Hamilton shocked the world when the deal that would see him ditch Mercedes to drive in the scarlet red of the Scuderia was announced almost 12 months ago.Lewis Hamilton has been pictured on his first official day working at FerrariCredit: Instagram / scuderiaferrariHamilton was seen in a stylish suit as he posed in front of Enzo Ferrari’s houseCredit: PAThis had come following an official visit to the Ferrari factory in MaranelloCredit: GettyHamilton wore a beaming smile as he greeted eager fansCredit: GettyHamilton said he had always dreamed of driving for the ScuderiaCredit: GettyBut after getting back to winning ways with the Silver Arrows last season and taking in a skiing holiday, Hamilton has now headed to Italy for his first day of work with his new employer.Taking to social media, Hamilton was seen in a stylish suit outside the house of the team’s founder Enzo Ferrari.On X, formerly known as Twitter, the 40-year-old said: “New era @ScuderiaFerrari.”However, on Instagram, he wrote a far more detailed post where he said he had always dreamed of driving for Ferrari.READ MORE IN F1Hamilton wrote: “There are some days that you know you’ll remember forever and today, my first as a Ferrari driver, is one of those days. “I’ve been lucky enough to have achieved things in my career I never thought possible, but part of me has always held on to that dream of racing in red. “I couldn’t be happier to realise that dream today.”Today we start a new era in the history of this iconic team, and I can’t wait to see what story we will write together.”Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHamilton reportedly arrived at Maranello at 10am local time this morning, where he was snapped for photographs that quickly spread across social media.He was accompanied by several people on his way into the factory with a full day of meetings scheduled as part of a “daylong total immersion programme” to get the Brit integrated.F1 fans convinced Ferrari are changing iconic red livery for Lewis Hamilton’s debut season after week-long teaseShortly after midday local time, the official pictures of the superstar in front of Ferrari’s house were published on social media with Hamilton seen posing with his favourite supercar, the Ferrari F40.A team statement cheekily said the wet weather would help him feel at home with “some typically British overcast skies and drizzle”.He was then given the grand tour of the Fiorano House, including Enzo Ferrari’s office, and the pit garage before visiting different departments ahead of technical meetings tomorrow.He was then mobbed by members of the Tifosi as he showed off a beaming smile outside of the factory.Hamilton will become the 13th British driver to race for Ferrari in F1, following in the footsteps of the likes of Nigel Mansell, Eddie Irvine and John Surtees – the last Brit to win the world title with Ferrari in 1964.Ollie Bearman, who will drive for Haas on the 2025 grid, became the shock 12th-ever British driver for Ferrari at the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix and the first in the 21st century.Hamilton’s deal, reported to be worth £363million including salary, bonuses, image rights and sponsorships, will run for the 2025 and 2026 F1 seasons.It will be the first time in his F1 career that Hamilton has not raced backed by Mercedes power, with his time at McLaren coming with a Mercedes engine before joining the main works team in 2013.He is statistically the most successful driver in the history of the motorsport, with a joint-record seven world driver’s titles, a record 105 race wins, a record 202 podiums and a record 104 pole positions.READ MORE SUN STORIESFans will get their first taste of Hamilton in a Ferrari car during pre-season testing in Bahrain in March, while the first race of season commences in Australia on March 16.He will partner Charles Leclerc throughout the season.F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Liam LawsonFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and Isack HadjarHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon More

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      Lewis Hamilton jumps out of a helicopter as F1 star makes most of break amid romance rumours with Sofia Vergara, 52

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      LEWIS HAMILTON has been enjoying his winter holiday… by jumping out of a HELICOPTER.Seven-time Formula One champion Hamilton will be in unfamiliar territory when he returns to the paddock after ditching Mercedes to join Ferrari.Lewis Hamilton shared a video of himself snowboardingHamilton was seen in the colours of Ferrari ahead of his first season with themHe captured the footage while using a selfie stickHe was dropped to the location by a helicopterHamilton was joined for the trip by three-time Olympic champion Shaun WhiteHamilton sparked romance rumours after he was seen in New York with actress Sofia VergaraCredit: GettyBut before the season gets underway in March, the 40-year-old has enjoyed some time off by hitting the slopes.Taking to his Instagram story, Hamilton shared of video of himself heliskiing.In the video he was seen being dropped off at a location by a helicopter before enjoying some snowboarding alongside three-time Olympic half-pipe snowboarding champion Shaun White.Hamilton, suitably seen in the red colours of his new team, captured some of the footage with a selfie stick.READ MORE IN F1The video was captioned: “Mountain man,” and had the song “Protect Ta Neck by Wu-Tang Clan over the top.Hamilton is making the most of the break and was recently romantically linked with Sofia Vergara.The Modern Family actress, 52, set tongues wagging after she was spotted on a flirty date with the Stevenage-born ace.Hamilton often takes the chance to globe-trot when he is not behind the wheel of an F1 car.Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSDuring the summer break the Brit opted to visit Paris for the Olympic Games.Other excursions have seen him take trips to Africa, South America, Mexico and the Carribbean.F1 season to launch with never-before-seen event in London Hamilton will continue to drive with his signature number 44 at Ferrari.He will be partnering Tifosi darling Charles Leclerc for the upcoming season, taking the seat of Carlos Sainz who has in turn joined Williams.Ferrari finished second in the constructors championship last year, while Hamilton individually came seventh in his Mercedes, which was often the subject of experimental setups.F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Liam LawsonFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and Isack HadjarHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon More

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      F1 season to launch with never-before-seen event in London as Lewis Hamilton faces awkward reunion at secretive show

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      THE 2025 Formula One season will kickstart with a brand new launch event in London next month.For the first time in the sport’s history, all ten teams will come together at the O2 Arena to unveil their new liveries.All 20 F1 drivers will attend the sport’s first-ever season launch event next monthCredit: GettyLewis Hamilton will be there with new team Ferrari for the first timeCredit: GettyThey will also showcase their driver line-ups – many of which will be different to last season’s.Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton will be in attendance with new team Ferrari and team-mate Charles Leclerc.Mercedes – Hamilton’s former team – will also be attendance with principal Toto Wolff as well as George Russell and rookie Kimi Antonelli.Reigning champion Max Verstappen previously hinted that he could pull a sickie in order to miss the event.READ MORE IN F1Asked about it while streaming in November, the Dutchman said: “What is F1 75? What are you talking about?”After being informed about what it was, he continued: “I don’t watch any F1… I hope I’m sick that week.”Should he attend, Verstappen will line up alongside Red Bull team principal Christian Horner and new team-mate Liam Lawson.Lawson was announced as Sergio Perez’s replacement in December.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe 34-year-old was axed after finishing eighth in the driver standings.McLaren – who won the Constructors’ Championship last year – will be there with the same line-up of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri as they launch their new papaya livery. Start of F1 races will look very different in 2025 with major change for first time in over a decadeFans will be able to hear from all 20 drivers and all 10 team principals on the night, with some special guests also promised.The event will also be streamed for those who were unable to get tickets.In another change to the F1 season, Rolex has been replaced as the sport’s official timekeeper.The luxury watch brand has been replaced by TAG Heuer.TAG’s return comes as the first individual partner as part of F1’s 10-year deal with luxury goods company LVMH.F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Liam LawsonFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and Isack HadjarHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon More

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      F1 fans convinced Ferrari are changing iconic red livery for Lewis Hamilton’s debut season after week-long tease

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      FORMULA ONE fans are convinced that Ferrari are going to change their iconic red livery for Lewis Hamilton’s debut season.Hamilton will drive for the Prancing Horse this year after signing a “multi-year” deal with the team following his exit from Mercedes.Lewis Hamilton will drive for Ferrari this yearCredit: PAFerrari have teased Hamilton’s arrival with some short videosCredit: X @ScuderiaFerrariOne clip showed a birthday cake for the incoming driverCredit: X @ScuderiaFerrariFans think that the deep shade of red used in every video is a hint that Ferrari could be changing their livery this yearCredit: X @ScuderiaFerrariAnd Ferrari have been teasing the arrival of their new superstar as anticipation builds for his first race in a Ferrari car.Using social media, Ferrari have spent the week posting short videos giving fans a small taste of the future with Hamilton at the wheel.The clips included the dressing room label being changed to include Hamilton’s name, a birthday cake being presented on Hamilton’s birthday and a dinner reservation card featuring Hamilton’s name alongside Charles Leclerc’s. As as exciting as it is for fans of Ferrari and F1 in general to see one of the sports’ greatest ever drivers join one of the most iconic teams, fans think that there could be a huge change that comes along with it.READ MORE IN SPORTEagle-eyed F1 followers have noticed that all the videos feature a deep shade of red, leading them to think that there could be a change to Ferrari’s iconic livery.Ferrari cars have long been decked out in a bright red colour, something which has become famous amongst the F1 community.But a change to a deeper red is being routed following the video, and fans are split on if it’s a good thing.On social media, one wrote: “Dark red!!”Most read in MotorsportFerrari are known for their iconic red liveryCredit: EPACASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWhile another added: “They’re eating this up!! Also, notice the shade of red they’re using…”A third commented: “I’d be very surprised if the car isn’t that shade of red”.Lewis Hamilton in awkward car journey with George Russell and Carlos Sainz after Las Vegas GPAnd a fourth posted: “I don’t like it stick to the regular colours that represent Ferrari”.It wouldn’t be the first time that Ferrari have tinkered with their colours.In fact, just last year they launched a campaign that saw them go for a completely new look during the Miami GP.They opted for a blue look that day as they marked their 70th anniversary or Ferrari in North America.Ferrari swapped red for blue at the Miami GP last yearCredit: GettyThe car was given some hints of blueCredit: X/ScuderiaFerrariF1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Liam LawsonFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and Isack HadjarHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon More