Will Buxton labels Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari move as the ‘biggest driver signing in F1 history’

Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari is perhaps one of the most historic transfers in F1 history.

Will Buxton labels Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari move as the ‘biggest driver signing in F1 history’

Lewis Hamilton and Will Buxton (Via IMAGO)

The Formula 1 paddock received massive news of Lewis Hamilton signing for Ferrari. The seven-time world champion would head to Maranello at the end of the 2024 season. Former F1 champions and critics have praised the Scuderia for signing the 39-year-old. Now, famous F1 Presenter Will Buxton has highlighted the significance of Hamilton’s move to the Italian team.

The renowned F1 presenter reckoned that Lewis Hamilton‘s deal with Scuderia Ferrari was the biggest signing in the sport’s history. The 42-year-old admitted that there had been big moves in the past such as Alain Prost‘s switch from McLaren to Ferrari in 1990. However, Buxton affirmed that Hamilton’s move to Maranello was perhaps the most meaningful driver move in F1 history.

We’ve seen big-name moves before, of course, but few come close to being quite this meaningful.
Will Buxton wrote on F1.com
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Will Buxton highlighted that Hamilton was the most successful driver in the history of the sport. With the seven-time world champion joining the most successful team in F1 since the sport’s inception in 1950. Certainly, Hamilton’s decision to race in red will fulfill the dream of millions of fans across the globe.

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This is different. This is the most successful driver in the history of the sport moving to the most successful team in the history of the sport

Could Lewis Hamilton win an eighth F1 title with Ferrari

It is clear that Lewis Hamilton remains hungry for a record-breaking eighth F1 world championship. The British driver came close to claiming the historic title but was defeated by Max Verstappen at the infamous 2021 Abu Dhabi GP.

Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc (Via: Imago)

Hamilton struggled in the past two seasons as Mercedes fell behind Red Bull. Ultimately, this could’ve forced the Briton to join Ferrari despite having signed a contract extension only five months prior to his Ferrari announcement. Nevertheless, Lewis Hamilton certainly has faith in the Scuderia’s development which could allow him to fight for the title in 2025.

If Lewis Hamilton wins a world title with Scuderia Ferrari, it would be no less than a fairytale for fans. Maranello has failed to win a championship since 2008. As such, Hamilton’s arrival and a title victory might be the ideal scenario for millions of fans globally.

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