Former Ferrari boss and current Audi F1 team principal Mattia Binotto expressed his discontent with the decision to sign Lewis Hamilton. He believes that instead of bringing in Hamilton, Ferrari should focus on developing Charles Leclerc as a championship contender.

Lewis Hamilton would not have got his blockbuster move to Ferrari had Mattia Binotto still been there as team principal. After achieving record-breaking success with Mercedes – collecting six of his seven Drivers’ titles in a period of eight straight Mercedes Constructors’ triumps from 2014-21 – Hamilton will embark on a new career chapter from F1 2025 when he links up with Ferrari.

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Lewis Hamilton in Ferrari is the move of the century. The most successful driver in the history of Formula 1 has decided to join the cause of the most successful and iconic team in the Circus. But not everyone agrees on the deal that brought the seven-time world champion,

Lewis Hamilton has recalled fond memories of watching Michael Schumacher driving for Ferrari as he prepares to follow in his footsteps. Hamilton will swap Mercedes for Ferrari next year, for what is likely to be the final chapter of his legendary F1 career. Hamilton and Ferrari are the sport’s most successful driver and most successful team.

Despite his unwavering loyalty to Mercedes, Fred Vasseur claims it wasn't difficult to convince Lewis Hamilton to switch to Ferrari

Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari was confirmed earlier this month, but former team boss Mattia Binotto has suggested he would not have signed the seven-time world champion

Lewis Hamilton is leaving Mercedes for Ferrari in 2025 as the British seven-time F1 champion bids for an eighth title before he eventually declares his racing days over

Former Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto revealed Lewis Hamilton was never a choice for the team during his tenure. He said that the team had their eyes set on other drivers at the time.

Ferrari’s huge improvement means Lewis Hamilton could spearhead a stunning new era, he has been told. Hamilton will switch from Mercedes to Ferrari in 2025, uniting F1’s most decorated driver with its most successful team.

Lewis Hamilton is the most successful racer in the history of F1, winning seven world championships - level with Michael Schumacher - but ex-Ferrari chief Mattia Binotto said he didn't agree with the