During the Drivers' Press Conference ahead of the Miami Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton disclosed his thoughts on the potential of working with Adrian Newey at Ferrari, describing it as a privilege. This comes amidst Newey's confirmed departure from Red Bull and increasing rumors of a possible move to Ferrari.
Seven-time Formula One Champion Lewis Hamilton, who himself is preparing for a dramatic switch from Mercedes to Ferrari at the end of the year, has explicitly stated his enthusiasm about the potential collaboration with Newey.
Newey, a renowned figure in F1 for his innovative aerodynamic designs, has been pivotal in securing 12 Constructors' Championships across different teams. His upcoming departure from Red Bull has sparked conversations about his next move, with substantial speculations linking him to roles at both Aston Martin and Ferrari. However, the possibility of his retirement post-Red Bull also remains a topic of discussion.
During the Miami Grand Prix press conference, Hamilton didn't mince words expressing his anticipation and perceived benefits of having Newey on board at Ferrari.
"Very much! Adrian's got such a great history, track record, and he's just done an amazing job throughout his career in engaging with teams and the knowledge that he has," he commented, as reported by Motorsport Week.
"I think he would be an amazing addition. I think they've got a great team, they're already making huge progress and strides forward – their car is quicker this year – but it would be a privilege to work with him."
Despite the excitement, Hamilton maintained a diplomatic stance regarding the ongoing discussions within the walls of Ferrari's management. He continued:
"I mean, this is all very much private conversation stuff," he underlined. "If I was to do a list of people I would like to work with he would absolutely be at the top of it."
Newey has remained quiet following the announcement of his exit. However, he commented in the team's press release:
"Ever since I was a young boy, I wanted to be a designer of fast cars. My dream was to be an engineer in Formula One, and I've been lucky enough to make that dream a reality. For almost two decades it has been my great honor to have played a key role in Red Bull Racing's progress from upstart newcomer to multiple title-winning team.
"However, I feel now is an opportune moment to hand that baton over to others and to seek new challenges for myself. In the interim, the final stages of development of RB17 are upon us, so for the remainder of my time with the team my focus will lie there. I would like to thank the many amazing people I have worked with at Red Bull in our journey over the last 18 years for their talent, dedication, and hard work. It has been a real privilege, and I am confident that the engineering team are well prepared for the work going into the final evolution of the car under the four-year period of this regulation set."
As the F1 world awaits official announcements, the prospect of such high-profile shifts presents an exciting future for the sport.
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