Sir Lewis Hamilton and Toto Wolff had joined the Mercedes team in 2013. That was the beginning of some epic journey that many fans would not believe was possible. The great English racer made his debut with McLaren back in 2007. He had a great rookie season and came very close to winning his maiden title in his debut season. But then, to win his first Driver’s World Championship, he had to wait until next year. In 2008, during his sophomore season, the great British driver made his name heard across F1 following nations as a new champion. But then, he had to wait several seasons to find his way back to the top.
He could not do it with McLaren anymore. Hence, Lewis Hamilton decided to try his luck with the Silver Arrows. But who knew what epic dominating journey Hamilton started to embark on? From 2014 to 2021, Mercedes did not lose one single Constructor’s title. On the other hand, Hamilton won six more Driver’s World Championships, equalling the great Michael Schumacher, and became the most decorated F1 racer of all time. However, this epic 12-year journey had to come to an end when the seven-time champion announced his departure.
Toto Wolff Says There’s No Hard Feelings Between The Team And Lewis Hamilton
Toto Wolff has been a great team boss and friend to Lewis Hamilton over the years. Together, they have seen an unprecedented success. Thanks to Hamilton’s efforts, Wolff became an eight-time Constructor and seven-time Driver’s World Championship winner as a team principal. Hence, it will always be hard for the Austrian billionaire executive to bid goodbye to his dear friend cum favorite driver. Next year, Lewis will drive for the Prancing Horse and compete against his old team as well as others. Recently, in an interview with BBC, Toto Wolff mentioned that as a team they decided to be always transparent. Also, the team boss said that the best thing about “Lewis is that he can put himself in our position and understand where we are coming from.”
That’s why Wolff believes there is no bad feelings or sense of betrayal as such. Moreover, the Mercedes boss added, “It was also important for him to change.” Wolff points out that the collaboration between Hamilton and Mercedes has been the longest run between a team and a racer. 12 great years after all between the Silver Arrows and the seven-time champion. Anyway, Wolff feels Hamilton needed to change and reinvent himself, and driving for Ferrari is “Super-prestigious.” Also, the Mercedes boss feels that his team needs to go in a different direction and “Emancipate ourselves.”
The Seven-Time Champion Talked About Tifosi’s Support Ahead Of The Race At Monza
During the pre-race press conference, Lewis Hamilton mentioned that he won’t lie, but it did feel different racing this year in Italy. The 39-year-old superstar can get an idea of the adulation he will receive next year when he debuts for the Prancing Horse. Hamilton says race in Italy always feels special.
The seven-time champion also mentioned his future teammate Charles Leclerc, saying, “Charles told me about the incredible passion throughout Italy and culture in general, especially about racing, which makes it more exciting.” Moreover, Hamilton said it was great to see the fans who would support them all weekend. Hence, cognitively, Hamilton is halfway there already, wearing the iconic ‘Red Uniform.’
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