The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix marks the end of Lewis Hamilton’s chapter with Mercedes: Toto Wolff will support him even in Ferrari colors. The British driver says goodbye to Brackley after twelve years full of successes, delivering a masterful performance. Eliminated in Q1 due to an unfortunate circumstance, he climbed up the standings to finish just off the podium—a perfect farewell after years of dominance.
With Lewis Hamilton’s departure from Mercedes, one of the most legendary chapters in Formula 1 history comes to a close. An era of sporting dominance comparable in numbers and intensity to that of Michael Schumacher, whose footsteps the #44 now aims to follow with his move to Ferrari.
In just a few weeks, the British champion will officially become a new Scuderia Ferrari driver. The emotion is palpable and impossible to contain. Meanwhile, Hamilton bids farewell to the Silver Arrows with a performance reminiscent of his prime years, ending with a personal redemption over his teammate in an overtake just a few corners from the finish line.
Toto Wolff and Lewis Hamilton: Time to say goodbye
Toto Wolff couldn’t hide his emotions when speaking to reporters: “We spent 12 years with Lewis. It’s not only the longest collaboration between a driver and team in the history of this sport but also the most successful. A relationship of this length and a journey like this create a bond, trust, and shared values that are rare nowadays.”
“This is a chapter we will always hold dear and one I will personally treasure forever. Even knowing that whatever happened in today’s final race wouldn’t affect our legacy, we all wanted to end on a high note. I’m so happy we managed to do that. He will always be part of our family, and if we’re not the ones winning on the track, we hope it’s him.”
“Without the curb that hindered him yesterday in qualifying, I believe he could have fought for the win. He drove like a world champion.” – the Mercedes team boss concluded at the end of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
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