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Ferrari chairman John Elkann says Lewis Hamilton didn’t “come to Ferrari to enjoy his retirement”, but he “wants to win the eighth title”.
At the end of 2024, Lewis Hamilton will leave Mercedes after 12 years with the team, to embark on a new adventure with Ferrari.
Ferrari chairman John Elkann says Lewis and the Italian team have “found each other” at the right time.
“Some things happen very quickly,” Elkann told Corriere dello Sport.
“This was the moment when he and Ferrari found each other. He wants to win the eighth title, Ferrari wants to win, and with Lewis, they are stronger. He doesn’t come to Ferrari to enjoy his retirement.
“And it’s important to have motivated people around, who want to win.”
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Elkann also emphasized that Lewis’ age doesn’t mean his ability is diminished, as today’s athletes remain at the top of the game for much longer.
“In Formula 1 there is real competition now, with four teams very close – Red Bull, Ferrari, McLaren, Mercedes. It is important to always go to the maximum of your potential.
“Those with more experience have more consistency, as demonstrated by Hamilton and also [Fernando] Alonso, and consistency counts.”
“With dedication and sacrifice they are overcoming the physical limits due to age.
“It is also true that we are in a historical phase in which we live longer and also the careers of athletes are lengthening,” he concluded.
