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Lewis Hamilton Contemplating Sensational Switch to Ferrari in 2025

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Explore the latest F1 drama as Lewis Hamilton considers leaving Mercedes for Ferrari in the upcoming season.

Formula One recently rejected Michael Andretti and Cadillac's bid to join the grid, hinting at a possible admission in 2028. Meanwhile, rumors are swirling around Lewis Hamilton's potential move to Ferrari in 2025, with talks at an advanced stage. Despite Hamilton's contract extension with Mercedes, the F1 world is abuzz with speculations about his future team. Amidst accusations of elitism in F1's decisions, Graham Rahal publicly criticized the rejection of Andretti's bid, causing a stir in the racing community. The FIA's response to the rejection highlighted the complexities of commercial negotiations in the sport. Top F1 pundit Antonio Lobato believes the chances of Hamilton switching to Ferrari are very high, adding fuel to the fiery rumors surrounding the racing icon. The rejected bid has sparked debates about fairness in F1's assessment of Andretti's potential and the motivations behind the decisions, as Guenther Steiner raised intriguing theories regarding team protection and entry timing. Lewis Hamilton's possible departure from Mercedes to join Ferrari in 2025 would mark a significant shift in the F1 landscape, potentially reshaping the dynamics of the sport.

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F1 rejects Andretti-Cadillac bid to join grid, for now (The Straits Times)

Formula One rejected a bid by American Michael Andretti and Cadillac to join the grid in 2025 or 2026 but left open the possibility of admission in 2028.

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The factors involved in Hamilton's poised sensational F1 switch to ... (autosport.com)

Lewis Hamilton agreed a contract extension last year to keep him at Mercedes until the end of the 2025 Formula 1 season, but rumours have resurfaced that he is ...

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Hamilton set to make shock switch to Ferrari in F1 2025 (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Although it is not clear if a final contract has been signed, Motorsport.com understands that negotiations are at an advanced stage and could be concluded ...

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F1 News: Lewis Hamilton Hinted At Ferrari Move - "Wondered What ... (Sports Illustrated)

Key Takeaways: Almost Confirmed Move: Lewis Hamilton's transition to Ferrari in 2025 has been reported by Sky Sports, marking a pivotal moment in his career and ...

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F1 accused of being an 'elitist sport' having rejected Andretti's bid (PlanetF1)

IndyCar driver Graham Rahal has slated Formula 1's "elitist" decision after the sport rejected Michael Andretti's bid.

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F1 News: Mario Andretti "Devastated" After Formula One Rejection (Sports Illustrated)

Michael Andretti's father and racing legend, Mario Andretti, has spoken out after F1 rejected their entry bid.

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F1 bombshell as Hamilton close to leaving eight-time champs ... (Fox Sports)

Lewis Hamilton is reportedly on the brink of leaving Mercedes, the team where he has won six drivers' world titles, for Ferrari in an F1 contract bombshell.

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Was F1's assessment of Andretti's shortcomings fair? (autosport.com)

Formula 1's rejection of Andretti's entry bid doesn't come as much of a surprise. But how fair are the arguments for its dismissal? · Andretti can't be competitive · Andretti doesn't raise interest unless it's competitive · Andretti has underestimated F1.

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Top F1 pundit confirms Hamilton switch chances are 'VERY HIGH' (GPfans)

Recent reports about Lewis Hamilton joining Ferrari in 2025 are probably true, according to Spanish journalist and TV comentator Antonio Lobato.

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Steiner: F1 protecting Andretti with denied entry before 2028 (Motorsport Week)

Formula 1 has protected Andretti through the decision to prevent its entry into the sport as early as 2025, according to former Haas Team Principal Guenther ...

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Lewis Hamilton to leave Mercedes and join Ferrari for 2025 Formula ... (Sky Sports)

Lewis Hamilton will join Ferrari next year and replace Carlos Sainz in a shock move; Hamilton signed a two-year contract with Mercedes which expires at the ...

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FIA breaks silence after Andretti rejection from F1 (RacingNews365)

The FIA has responded to Formula 1's rejection of Andretti to join the grid, following commercial talks between the two parties.

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Guenther Steiner shares intriguing theory behind rejected Andretti ... (PlanetF1)

Guenther Steiner believes F1 rejected Andretti's bid in order to protect not only the existing teams, but also Andretti "from themselves".

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Reports: F1 great Lewis Hamilton linked with shock Mercedes move ... (The Associated Press)

Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton is linked with a shock move from Mercedes to Ferrari next year.

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F1 Rumour: Lewis Hamilton Is Leaving Mercedes After 2024 (Sports Illustrated)

Sky Sports F1 reports that Lewis Hamilton is leaving Mercedes at the end of the 2024 season.

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Magazine: Newey interview and Verstappen picks his 10 best F1 wins (autosport.com)

Is Newey the greatest F1 designer ever? Fans of Colin Chapman and Gordon Murray would doubtless disagree but, given Newey has produced dominant cars for ...

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Lewis Hamilton poised to make shock Ferrari switch for 2025 F1 ... (The Guardian)

F1 insiders say talks are advanced on deal to poach seven-time world champion from Mercedes.

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Lewis Hamilton: F1 star set for move to Ferrari in 2025 (NBC News)

Seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton has been linked with a shock move from Mercedes to Ferrari next year, according to reports on Thursday.

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Lewis Hamilton Is Reportedly Leaving Mercedes To Join Ferrari In ... (Forbes)

The seven-time world champion is reported to be ending his partnership with Mercedes that dominated F1 from 2013 to 2020.

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Andretti's hopes of joining F1 grid in 2025 rejected - SportsPro (SportsPro Media)

Andretti 'strongly disagree' with Formula One Management's findings, 'work continues at pace' for planned F1 entry.

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