MILAN – A massive crowd gathered for Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc at Piazza Castello in Milan, where many fans attended the presentation of the two drivers and the new Ferrari SF-25, ten days before the Australian GP, which will kick off the new F1 World Championship. On the stage set up in front of Castello Sforzesco, alongside the new single-seater, the car with which former Ferrari driver Michael Schumacher won his last world title was also displayed. When the presenter mentioned the German’s name, the Ferrari crowd erupted in applause, warmly celebrating Schumi.
The memory of Michael Schumacher and the fans in ecstasy: a Ferrari celebration in Milan
“There is a positive energy, a great feeling for the mechanics and drivers,” said Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur from the stage. “It’s fantastic; we don’t often get the chance to do these things in the city. I really like these kinds of events.”
After Schumacher was remembered, Charles Leclerc took center stage, driving the 2019 Ferrari around the streets adjacent to Piazza Castello, simulating a pit stop for a tire change and performing some donuts. “It’s amazing to be here,” said the Monegasque over Team Radio, thrilling the fans. “We’ll try to make you happy this season.”
Then it was Lewis Hamilton’s turn. Like Schumi, a seven-time world champion, he took the wheel amidst the ecstatic crowd, proudly displaying his number 44 and his yellow helmet. Finally, the two drivers “raced” together, simulating a sort of on-track battle.
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