ABU DHABI: The 16th edition of the Etihad Airways Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix marked the end of Lewis Hamilton’s 12-year journey with Mercedes, closing a chapter that saw the British driver participate in 245 races and secure 84 victories across Grand Prix and Sprint events.
Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, has announced a surprising move to Ferrari for the 2025 season, leaving Mercedes after more than a decade of partnership. His final season with the team had its share of ups and downs, but he still managed to shine at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone and the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps. Notably, Hamilton’s victory in Belgium came after George Russell, his teammate and fellow Briton, was disqualified, clearing the way for Hamilton to take the win.
Despite these high points, Hamilton’s season was marked by struggles during qualifying sessions, which often hampered his chances of fighting for podium finishes. Instead, he found himself battling to stay within the top ten, a far cry from his usual dominance on the track.
Hamilton’s move to Ferrari signals a new chapter for the iconic driver and promises to shake up the competition in the coming seasons. Fans eagerly await what this new partnership will bring and whether Hamilton can add to his legacy with a new team.
As the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix concludes and the curtain falls on Hamilton’s time with Mercedes, the motorsport world reflects on an era of excellence and looks ahead to what’s next for one of Formula 1’s greatest drivers.
