Lewis Hamilton’s first Ferrari photo is already iconic: 4.8 million likes, a record for F1. Unprecedented reactions to the first photo of Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari .

Lewis Hamilton, so much anticipation
The enormous media and fan attention surrounding Lewis Hamilton’s first day at Ferrari is a clear representation of how eagerly the partnership between the British champion and the Prancing Horse is awaited in the world of sports.

In particular, the very first photo, Lewis Hamilton, impeccably dressed, standing in front of Enzo Ferrari’s house next to an F40—has already set a record on social media. It currently boasts an extraordinary 4.8 million likes, the highest number ever for a Formula 1-related post on Instagram.

This iconic image has surpassed the previous record: a photo of Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc with their respective dogs, Roscoe and Leo, which had reached 4.1 million likes.

Hidden symbolism?
On Reddit, one user pointed out potential symbolism in Lewis Hamilton‘s photo in front of Enzo Ferrari’s house. Seven windows are open, and one door is closed. The interpretation ties this to the seven world titles won by the British champion and his goal of an eighth crown.

Interestingly, the framing of the photo captures only seven of the building’s fourteen windows. Coincidence or a deliberate choice by Ferrari’s social media managers?