In anticipation of his widely-discussed transition to Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton expresses his sentiment that it would be the “greatest honour” to culminate his final season with Mercedes by aiding them in reclaiming the summit of the Formula 1 standings.
A fortnight ago, Hamilton caused ripples across the Formula 1 paddock with the revelation that this season would mark his twelfth and ultimate stint as a Mercedes driver.
Opting instead to depart a year into his two-year agreement, he’s set to embark on a new chapter with Ferrari through a multi-year pact.
‘To finish on the high with the team, it would be a dream.’
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Nevertheless, for the time being, it’s business as usual in his capacity as a Mercedes driver.
This entailed engaging in pre-season endeavours, with the seven-time World Champion gracing the Silverstone circuit for the unveiling of the all-new W15.
Subsequently, he partook in on-track filming alongside his teammate George Russell to fulfil sponsorship obligations.
Despite the inclement conditions at the waterlogged Silverstone circuit, Hamilton’s spirits remained undampened, with the Briton asserting his heightened hunger for success.
“I feel the most motivated and focused I’ve ever been.
“Every year you come back you’re like I’m fitter than ever and all these other things,” he remarked.
“But I genuinely feel I put more work, more time, and more focus into preparation this year.”
“I never thought that at this point in my life I would have hunger like I do right now.”
“And to finish on the high with the team, it would be a dream.
We’ve gone through a whole heap together.
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“So to finish on a high, it would be the greatest honour to be able to help them get back to the top.”
Following Wednesday’s launch and filming day, Mercedes will journey to Bahrain next week for a three-day pre-season test commencing on 21 February.
This will mark the inaugural occasion wherein the W15, boasting a novel chassis, gearbox casing, and intriguing front wing, will share the track with its counterparts.