Fred Vasseur continues to emphasize that bringing Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari in Maranello is an exciting challenge, and the team must be as prepared as possible. The Italian team is already working hard to welcome the seven-time Formula 1 world champion in the best way.
The Ferrari team principal admitted that Lewis Hamilton and the entire team have had to face a considerable challenge together. With the imminent start of the season and limited time for Lewis Hamilton to settle in at Maranello, everyone has had to put in extra effort to be ready.
When will Lewis Hamilton drive the Ferrari for the first time at Maranello?
The British driver is expected to drive the 2023 Ferrari at the start of 2025 while continuing his integration work with the entire team and beyond. Although a specific date for the much-awaited debut has not yet been set, Fred Vasseur has shared other intriguing details that have Ferrari fans buzzing with excitement.
“The moment Hamilton gets on track with the Ferrari will depend closely on the weather conditions,” Fred Vasseur admitted during an interview with the BBC. It is expected to take place at one of Ferrari’s test tracks, either at Fiorano near the factory or at Mugello in Tuscany.
“It’s not easy, but he comes with his experience. He’s not a rookie in his first year, so I’m not worried about that at all. We know we’ll have to absorb many procedures during these two days, but he has enough experience to handle it.” – the French manager pointed our.
“We have the advantage of having the simulator, and he will be able to do a race simulation and a qualifying simulation in the simulator and be fully prepared with the steering wheel and all the car’s peculiarities. But I’m not worried about this,” Frederic Vasseur concluded.
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