Ducati's Marquez/Bagnaia pairing in MotoGP likened to the Rossi/Lorenzo duo

"It seems there hasn't been a team of this caliber in the modern era"

Ducati's team leader, Davide Tardozzi, believes that their MotoGP factory team for 2025, featuring Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia, is on par with the legendary duo of Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo when they were at Yamaha.

Following Marquez's decision to turn down a factory Ducati ride with Pramac for the 2025 season, the Italian company reversed its initial plan to elevate Jorge Martin to the team, making him a teammate of Bagnaia.

Together, Marquez and Bagnaia boast a total of eight MotoGP championships and 11 titles spanning all classes, making them the most decorated duo on the 2025 grid by sheer numbers.

In a conversation with AS, Tardozzi drew parallels between his 2025 team and the partnership of Rossi and Lorenzo at Yamaha.

"Tardozzi expressed his belief that their team is on par with the legendary duo of Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo."

"It's my belief that no other team in recent memory matches this caliber."

"In my opinion, Marc excels in riding not only because of his skill but also due to his admirable character. To me, what sets him apart is his ability to be open-minded and thoughtful."

"He possesses a worldwide perspective that enables him to be fully prepared for any situation."

"The individual is in complete sync with the horse. To excel as a rider, one must also excel as a human being. Without this, there is a vulnerability."

Ducati's chief, Claudio Domenicali, likened Marquez and Bagnaia to "jets breaking the sound barrier," possessing "astonishing capabilities."

"Pecco and Marc, being tremendous champions, pose a unique challenge in overseeing such a multifaceted team," he remarked during a Ducati gathering last December.

"They resemble high-speed aircraft, challenging to pilot yet possessing unparalleled velocity. The possibilities are astounding."

The Ducati racing team is set to kick off its 2025 campaign on January 20, featuring Marquez and Bagnaia, in Italy.

This occasion will represent Marquez's inaugural appearance donned in the official Ducati team livery.

On Thursday, Jorge Martin, the current MotoGP world champion who secured the 2024 championship riding for Ducati, announced his decision to compete with the #1 plate during his inaugural season with the Aprilia factory team.

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LIVE STREAMING: Gresini Racing reveals their 2025 MotoGP design

Alex Marquez and Fermin Aldeguer showcase Gresini's new look for 2025

The Gresini Racing squad is set to unveil its 2025 MotoGP campaign on Saturday, January 18th, at the renowned Imola track in Italy, featuring riders Alex Marquez and Fermin Aldeguer.

The 2025 season will mark Gresini's fourth year since it resumed operation as a fully independent team, following its period from 2015 to 2021 when it managed Aprilia's official team entry.

Embarking on its fourth consecutive year as a satellite team for Ducati, Gresini Racing is pleased to have Alex Marquez return for his third season, alongside newcomer Fermin Aldeguer.

Aldeguer is advancing from Moto2 after securing a contract with Ducati early in the previous year. The 19-year-old secured a fifth-place finish in the Moto2 rankings last season and is among three rookies making their debut on the race grid in 2025.

Since joining forces with Ducati, Gresini has achieved Grand Prix wins annually, initially through Enea Bastianini, followed by Fabio Di Giannantonio, and most recently with Marc Marquez in 2024.

Following an impressive debut season with Gresini aboard the Ducati in 2022, Alex Marquez found it challenging to maintain his performance on the challenging GP23, securing only one podium finish and concluding the season in eighth place in the rankings.

Marquez and Aldeguer are set to compete on GP24 motorcycles this upcoming season.

The Gresini unveiling ceremony is set to start at 5:15pm GMT.

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Yamaha clarifies its position following the termination of its association with Valentino Rossi's apparel brand

Yamaha updates on its current relationship status with VR46

In 2025, Yamaha announced the discontinuation of Valentino Rossi's apparel line.

The iconic MotoGP figure is parting ways with the motorcycle brand that became a significant part of his legacy.

Up until the current year, the attire for Yamaha's MotoGP squad was supplied by Rossi's VR46 label.

This year, Yamaha has unveiled a fresh partnership with the Italian company Macron to produce their official apparel.

Maio Meregalli, the team manager for Yamaha, was confronted with the notion that they “appear to be severing connections with their history”.

However, Meregalli explained to GPOne, “It's a result, but not due to the attire.

"The discussions with the new supplier commenced significantly ahead of time."

The partnership between Rossi's VR46 team and Yamaha for the Moto2 team will come to an end.

Pramac, transitioning from Ducati to Yamaha, will oversee the brand's Moto2 operations.

"Meregalli clarified that the Moto2 team was managed by a separate Yamaha division, distinct from the one overseeing MotoGP, before it was handed over to VR46."

"Currently, there's been a shift in momentum."

"The management and operations of the MotoGP will be under the control and responsibility of Pramac."

Rossi will maintain his connection with Yamaha, serving as an official representative.

Nonetheless, his VR46 MotoGP team has solidified their partnership with Ducati.

This year, VR46 has gained an advantage following Pramac's transition to Yamaha.

VR46 is set to be Ducati's primary satellite squad, thereby gaining access to a factory-spec motorcycle for this season.

Fabio di Giannantonio will utilize identical equipment as official racers Marc Marquez and Pecco Bagnaia.

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Helmut Marko identifies the dismissed F1 driver as his most significant error in his role as Red Bull advisor

Helmut Marko admits his greatest error throughout his tenure in Formula 1.

Helmut Marko identified recruiting Nyck De Vries as his "greatest error" in his role as an advisor for Red Bull’s Formula 1 team.

Since 2005, Marko has been instrumental in overseeing Red Bull's junior program.

The Austrian frequently plays a pivotal role in choosing which emerging racers join the squad and who gets to make their Formula 1 entrance with Racing Bulls (previously known as AlphaTauri and Toro Rosso).

After Pierre Gasly opted to depart from the squad for Alpine at the conclusion of 2022, Red Bull encountered a scarcity of drivers.

They decided against allocating the seat to any of their less experienced drivers, choosing instead to bring on De Vries.

De Vries earned points during his single race with Williams, filling in for Alex Albon at the 2022 Italian Grand Prix.

Nonetheless, the Dutch driver faced difficulties in delivering strong performances after being awarded the permanent position for the 2023 season.

After only 10 races, Daniel Ricciardo took over his position.

"Without question, my most significant error concerns Nyck De Vries," Marko admitted to Autosprint.

He performed impressively during his first outing with Williams at Monza. However, his development stalled upon his move to AlphaTauri.

"He boasted an impressive resume, having clinched the FIA F2 title and the Formula E world championship. However, according to our timing data, Nyck wasn't the right fit for our team. In his efforts to increase his speed, he ended up making errors."

Marko and Red Bull have taken lessons from past errors, choosing to elevate internal talent for the 2025 Formula 1 season.

Liam Lawson has taken over Sergio Perez's position to partner with Max Verstappen, as Isack Hadjar teams up with Yuki Tsunoda at RB.

Red Bull's youth initiative has achieved remarkable success.

Sebastian Vettel and Verstappen emerged victorious, securing several world championships with Red Bull.

Ricciardo secured victory in seven out of his eight races for the team, whereas Gasly achieved a win with their affiliate team in 2020.

Carlos Sainz departed from the Red Bull group to pursue a successful career with Renault, McLaren, and, more notably, Ferrari.

Currently, there are eight Formula 1 racers who have previously participated in Red Bull's junior development program at various stages of their driving careers.

Verstappen, Sainz, Gasly, Albon, Tsunoda, Hadjar, Lawson, and Jack Doohan comprise the group of eight drivers.

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Crash.net has discovered that Mercedes is breaking away from the norm by deciding not to have a launch event for their new F1 vehicle.

Crash.net has discovered that Mercedes has decided not to conduct a launch event for their 2025 Formula 1 car, deviating from their usual practice.

In past seasons, Mercedes has unveiled their latest Formula 1 vehicle at Silverstone, followed by a brief initial run and a day dedicated to filming, all taking place before the pre-season trials commence.

Nonetheless, Mercedes has opted not to proceed with this in 2025, signifying that the period following Lewis Hamilton's tenure will start without a formal unveiling.

Mercedes' W16 competitor will make its debut as the Silver Arrows take advantage of a filming day at Bahrain International Circuit on February 25th, with drivers George Russell and newcomer Andrea Kimi Antonelli taking turns behind the wheel.

This is scheduled to occur one day prior to the commencement of pre-season trials, which are set to run from February 26th to 28th in

Excluding 2021, Mercedes has consistently organized a launch-type event at Silverstone each year starting from 2017.

Mercedes plans to debut their 2025 racing colors alongside all other teams during Formula 1's official season kickoff on February 18th at the O2 Arena in London, although the W16 car won't make its first appearance until the end of February.

Ferrari, now Hamilton's team, was the pioneer in revealing the launch date for their 2025 car.

Scuderia is set to unveil their latest car at the Fiorano circuit in Maranello on February 19, where the seven-time world champion alongside newcomer Charles Leclerc will have their initial drive.

Williams is set to unveil their latest FW47 contender in a unique, one-time paint scheme at Silverstone on February 14.

Antonelli accumulates significant test distance

In related news, Mercedes chief Toto Wolff disclosed that Antonelli has accumulated "nearly 9000 kilometers" of driving in F1 vehicles before his inaugural season.

The 18-year-old who recently moved up from Formula 2 is taking over Hamilton's position at Mercedes.

Over the past year, Antonelli has had the opportunity to drive a variety of classic Mercedes F1 vehicles across multiple tracks, aiding in his preparation for his debut season.

The Italian racer conducted his inaugural trial of the year on Wednesday at Jerez, taking the wheel of Mercedes' 2020 championship-winning W11 vehicle, adorned in a camouflage paint scheme.

Wolff has been eager to temper anticipations about Antonelli, who experienced a crash shortly after his initial F1 practice session at Monza the previous year.

"Wolff stated that anticipating him to secure the pole position in Melbourne, clinch the race victory, and instantly challenge for the championship is a gamble, as such outcomes are unlikely to occur."

"Adopting the perspective that the young man is 18, highly skilled, yet naturally needs time to mature and is expected to err, then the gamble is minimal. This is our rationale for proceeding. We view 2025 as a year of change, aiming to ready him for 2026."

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Jacques Villeneuve suggests that "appetite," not years, determines Lewis Hamilton's F1 trajectory

"The critical factor is whether Lewis Hamilton shares Fernando Alonso's level of desire or lacks it."

Jacques Villeneuve believes that Lewis Hamilton's intense desire to compete is what keeps him active in Formula 1, rather than his chronological age.

Earlier this month, Hamilton celebrated his 40th birthday as he begins a fresh journey with Ferrari for the next racing season.

Since the 1990s, no Formula 1 racer over the age of 40 has claimed victory in a grand prix – a feat Hamilton aims to achieve with his new team.

Next week, Hamilton is anticipated to get behind the wheel of a Ferrari for his initial real-life experience after spending a day in the simulator.

The seven-time world champion is expected to pilot Ferrari's 2022 contender, the F1-75.

In a conversation with Action Network, the individual from Canada commented on Hamilton, stating: "It all hinges on whether Lewis Hamilton possesses the same level of desire as Fernando Alonso. He's aiming for one more championship, specifically with Ferrari, which ought to fuel his ambition. However, when faced with challenges, it's uncertain whether he'll demonstrate the same resilience and fighting spirit as Alonso, or instead ponder if it's the moment to pursue different avenues in his life."

"Physically, there are no obstacles. He's in excellent shape, very strong, and capable of continuing for another decade without any issues. However, the real challenge lies in his mental state and motivation."

Hamilton's Age Not a Concern

Villeneuve pointed to Hamilton's ex-teammate, Nico Rosberg, whose dwindling passion for F1 culminated in his decision to retire, as an example.

"He emphasized that when it comes to athletics, it's not about how old you are. The key is your mental preparedness to dedicate everything to the process, to commit to the rigorous training, to sleep and wake with your goals at the forefront of your mind. There comes a time when it might not hold the same significance or take precedence in your life. That's the moment your performance starts to decline, and it's not necessarily due to any physical limitations."

"It's exhausting, yet it's also what sustains you. It motivates you. And when you halt it, you recognize after a couple of months, 'Wow, this is dull.'"

"That lifestyle is essential for you. You crave the thrill, the continuous chase. When you're truly passionate about something, when it captures your heart, it becomes addictive."

Consider Nico Rosberg, who found greater joy outside of racing. Clearly, his enthusiasm didn't match the same intensity.

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Ferrari's Chief Executive Officer has verified that Lewis Hamilton is set to visit Maranello for his inaugural visit next week.

Benedetto Vigna, the chief executive of Ferrari, has announced that Lewis Hamilton is set to visit the team's Formula 1 headquarters in the coming week, an event that has been highly awaited.

In a historic move within Formula 1, Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, has switched from Mercedes to Ferrari, marking the most significant driver transfer ever in the sport

The announcement last February sent ripples through the racing circuit, as the collaboration between Formula 1's most iconic team and its most victorious driver became a major topic of discussion over the past year.

In the midst of excitement and commotion about Hamilton's debut with Ferrari, Italian news outlets have marked Monday, January 20, as the date when the 40-year-old British driver will make his initial visit to the team's base in Maranello.

Later in the week, Hamilton is anticipated to get behind the wheel of a classic Ferrari model to aid in his integration with the new team.

At a media event in Milan announcing a collaboration between Ferrari and UniCredit, Vigna avoided specifying a timeline but affirmed that Hamilton's first appearance in Maranello is scheduled for the following week.

Vigna expressed enthusiasm and eagerness to get started, stating, “Lewis is set to join us at Ferrari next week. We are finalizing the last details.

"Anticipation is high, and we are prepared for nearly anything. We will ensure that all is set. Transformations are invariably wonderful."

Disorder anticipated in Maranello due to 'Hamilton frenzy'

The expectation of Hamilton joining Ferrari is believed to lead to pandemonium in the streets of Maranello.

Italian reporter Roberto Chincero has observed that a frenzy over Hamilton is already sweeping the nation in anticipation of his visit. He thinks that this will necessitate a significant law enforcement turnout to handle the throngs anticipated to convene around the vicinity of Ferrari's main office.

"Chinchero mentioned to the James Allen on F1 podcast that there's already a growing obsession with Hamilton in Italy."

"As the New Year unfolds, Italian Ferrari enthusiasts are eager to solve a major mystery – when will Lewis Hamilton have his inaugural test drive in a Ferrari vehicle?"

"It's hard to envision the crowd size at the circuit. I anticipate that both Maranello and Fiorano will be swamped with attendees."

"I anticipate an event the likes of which we haven't witnessed in a long time. Thus, it's going to be a challenging task for the law enforcement in Maranello."

"It doesn't shock me. The national press, extending beyond just sports journalism, is dedicating extensive coverage to Lewis Hamilton."

"The general consensus is sharing insights about Lewis, detailing his enthusiasm and hobbies, narrating the journey of his professional life, and his ambition to conclude his career behind the wheel of a Ferrari."

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Verstappen's circle responds to Aston Martin rumors with a straightforward reply

The group surrounding Max Verstappen has issued a response…

When inquired about their thoughts on the rumor that Aston Martin is readying a £1 billion bid for the services of the four-time world champion, the team surrounding Max Verstappen provided a succinct reply consisting of just two words.

According to the Daily Mail, Aston Martin is reportedly ready to present an unprecedented offer to acquire Verstappen.

However, Aston Martin clarified to Crash.net that the report was inaccurate.

Verstappen's crew has yet to make their statement, responding evasively to GP Blog.

Their reply was: "That's pleasant."

Is there a possibility for Verstappen to switch to Aston Martin down the line?

Currently, Verstappen has a deal with Red Bull that extends through to the close of 2028.

Nonetheless, his prospects with Red Bull have been in doubt because of strong attention from Toto Wolff and Mercedes.

The chaos surrounding Christian Horner, coupled with Red Bull's decline in results, fueled rumors regarding Verstappen's potential departure from the team.

The speculation didn't originate from the Dutch driver, with Verstappen affirming his satisfaction at Red Bull.

Nevertheless, he's insistent on being in the quickest vehicle available.

Should Verstappen part ways with Red Bull, Aston Martin could be a logical choice.

Having the financial support of Lawrence Stroll, securing Verstappen with a substantial salary is feasible.

Aston Martin has brought Adrian Newey into their engineering group and secured Honda as their engine supplier, making the Silverstone-based squad more appealing to Verstappen.

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Nico Rosberg sends caution to Lewis Hamilton regarding upcoming battle with Charles Leclerc

Lewis Hamilton alerted about the tough competition he will face at Ferrari from his new Formula 1 counterpart.

Nico Rosberg has cautioned his ex-Formula 1 teammate Lewis Hamilton about the significant challenge he will encounter competing against Charles Leclerc at Ferrari.

Hamilton is set to join forces with Leclerc, marking a significant new phase in his celebrated Formula 1 journey with Ferrari, after making a high-profile move from Mercedes.

The seven-time world champion is set to compete directly against Leclerc, one of Formula 1's most thrilling and rapid drivers, who is widely regarded as the fastest in terms of single-lap speed.

Holding the record for the most Formula 1 pole positions at 104, Hamilton has faced challenges in recent qualifying rounds. In the previous season, he was significantly outperformed by his ex-Mercedes teammate George Russell, with a head-to-head score of 19-5 in Russell's favor.

Rosberg, the 2016 world champion who retired from Formula 1 shortly after winning the title, thinks his ex-teammate must elevate his performance to maintain an advantage against Leclerc.

Inquired about his opinion on who would prevail in the rivalry between Leclerc and Hamilton, Rosberg shared with Sky F1 that, based on [Abu Dhabi], Charles would certainly be the one to watch.

"Given that Charles is expected to perform comparably to George Russell, who is among the top of the upcoming generation of racers, aside from Verstappen who is slightly ahead, and considering Lewis is currently facing challenges, the reasons for which remain unclear."

"Thus, if we're speaking of the current situation, Charles is poised to outperform him just as George Russell has been doing – yet Lewis remains the all-time greatest."

"We continue to hold optimism that he will return to his peak performance, which should place him marginally ahead of Charles by the year's end."

Davidson believes Hamilton deserves 'benefit of the doubt'

Former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports analyst Anthony Davidson believes Lewis Hamilton deserves the "benefit of the doubt" regarding his qualifying challenges in what has been a challenging last season with Mercedes in 2024.

"Davidson believes they're optimistic that his passion will reignite once he's behind the wheel, enabling him to rediscover his rhythm," Davidson remarked.

"I believe the year 2024 has been especially challenging for Lewis. Speaking from my own experience as a former driver, it's hard to fathom enduring an entire season while being aware that you're about to retire and that your long-standing partnership is coming to a close."

"Lewis likely faced considerable challenges. That probably explains his inconsistent performance. Let's afford him some understanding."

The narrative surrounding Hamilton's performance at Ferrari, particularly his ability to overcome his recent struggles in single-lap scenarios, is poised to be a major storyline throughout the 2025 season.

Hamilton is set to embark on his first race with Ferrari on March 16, kicking off the season at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

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LIVE COVERAGE: Gresini Racing reveals its 2025 MotoGP design

Alex Marquez and Fermin Aldeguer unveil the 2025 Gresini team livery

The Gresini Racing squad is set to kick off its 2025 MotoGP campaign on Saturday, January 18, at the renowned Imola track in Italy, featuring riders Alex Marquez and Fermin Aldeguer.

The 2025 season will mark Gresini's fourth year since becoming a fully independent team again, following their management of Aprilia's factory team from 2015 to 2021.

As Gresini embarks on its fourth year as a Ducati satellite team, it is set to have Alex Marquez return for his third season. Joining him will be newcomer Fermin Aldeguer.

Aldeguer is making the move from Moto2 after inking a contract directly with Ducati at the beginning of last year. The 19-year-old secured the fifth position in the Moto2 rankings last year and is among three newcomers to the lineup in 2025.

After teaming up with Ducati, Gresini has consistently achieved grand prix wins each year, initially with Enea Bastianini, followed by Fabio Di Giannantonio, and most recently with Marc Marquez in 2024.

In 2022, Alex Marquez had an impressive debut season with Gresini riding a Ducati. However, in the following year with the challenging GP23, he found it difficult to maintain that level of performance, achieving only one podium finish and concluding the season in eighth place in the rankings.

This season, Marquez and Aldeguer are set to compete using GP24 motorcycles.

The Gresini unveiling event is scheduled to start at 5:15 PM GMT.

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Yamaha clarifies the situation following the end of its partnership with Valentino Rossi’s apparel brand

Yamaha outlines current relationship with VR46

Yamaha announced that they will be ending their association with Valentino Rossi's clothing brand in 2025.

It's a minor departure from the MotoGP icon closely associated with the motorcycle brand during his prime.

Up until this year, the clothing worn by Yamaha's MotoGP team was produced by the VR46 brand, owned by Rossi.

This year, Yamaha revealed a fresh partnership with the Italian company Macron to produce their official apparel.

Yamaha team manager Maio Meregalli was asked if they appear to be moving away from their previous connections.

However, Meregalli explained to GPOne, "It's a result, but it's not due to the attire."

"The discussions with the new supplier were initiated much earlier."

Valentino Rossi's VR46 organization and Yamaha have decided to end their partnership concerning the Moto2 team.

Pramac will take over the management of Yamaha's Moto2 team as they transition from their previous partnership with Ducati.

Meregalli clarified that a different branch of Yamaha, separate from the one managing MotoGP, initially handled the Moto2 before it was transferred to VR46.

"At the moment, there has been a shift in momentum."

The MotoGP organization will manage it, with Pramac being given the responsibility for its operation.

Rossi will maintain his connection with Yamaha by serving as an official ambassador.

The VR46 MotoGP team has deepened its partnership with Ducati.

This year, with Pramac moving over to Yamaha, VR46 stands to gain from the transition.

VR46 is set to become Ducati's primary satellite team. Consequently, they will have access to one factory-spec motorcycle this year.

Fabio di Giannantonio is set to compete using the same equipment as the official riders Marc Marquez and Pecco Bagnaia.

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Nico Rosberg cautions Lewis Hamilton before his competition with Charles Leclerc

Lewis Hamilton has been alerted to the difficulties he will face at Ferrari alongside his new Formula 1 teammate.

Nico Rosberg cautioned his ex-F1 teammate Lewis Hamilton about the significant challenge he will encounter when competing against Charles Leclerc at Ferrari.

Hamilton is set to join forces with Leclerc as he begins a new phase in his remarkable and celebrated Formula 1 career at Ferrari, following a major move from Mercedes.

The seven-time world champion is set to face off against Leclerc, one of Formula 1's most thrilling and speedy drivers, who is regarded by many as the fastest in a single lap.

Although Lewis Hamilton holds the record for the most F1 pole positions with 104, he has faced challenges in qualifying over the past few seasons. Last year, he was decisively outperformed by his former Mercedes teammate, George Russell, in their direct qualifying battles, with a score of 19-5.

Nico Rosberg, who narrowly beat Lewis Hamilton to win the world championship in 2016 and then retired from Formula 1, thinks that his old teammate will have to improve his performance to maintain an advantage over Charles Leclerc.

When questioned about who he believes will triumph between Leclerc and Hamilton, Rosberg expressed to Sky F1 that if considering the Abu Dhabi race, his pick would undoubtedly be Charles.

"Charles is expected to perform at a level comparable to George Russell, representing the top tier of the emerging generation of drivers, with the exception of Verstappen, who has consistently been a notch above. Meanwhile, Lewis is currently facing challenges, and the reasons behind this remain unclear."

"If we consider today's circumstances, Charles would outperform him just like George Russell is currently doing. However, Lewis is still regarded as the greatest of all time."

"We are still hopeful that he will return to his top form, and if that happens, he is expected to be just ahead of Charles by the year’s end."

Hamilton Deserves Some Leeway

Former Formula 1 driver and current Sky Sports analyst Anthony Davidson believes that Lewis Hamilton should be granted some leeway for his challenges in qualifying as he faces a tough last season with Mercedes in 2024.

Davidson mentioned that they are optimistic his passion will reignite once he steps into the vehicle, helping him regain his confidence and drive.

"This year, 2024, has been especially challenging for Lewis. As someone who used to be a driver, I find it hard to fathom what it's like to go through an entire season with the knowledge that you will be stepping away and that the partnership will conclude."

"It was probably challenging for Lewis, which might explain his fluctuating performance. Let's cut him some slack."

The performance of Hamilton with Ferrari and his ability to overcome his recent struggles in qualifying are expected to be major talking points for the 2025 season.

Lewis Hamilton is set to participate in his first race for Ferrari at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, which kicks off the season on March 16.

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