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# Video: Hamilton's bombshell Ferrari move explained
- URL: https://www.the-race.com/all/video-hamiltons-bombshell-ferrari-move-explained/
- Published: 2024-02-01T21:34:39.000Z
- Updated: 2025-06-09T04:54:40.000Z
- Description: Just when the Formula 1 driver market seemed settled for the medium-term future, along comes the shock of the decade: Lewis Hamilton is leaving Mercedes for Ferrari
- Author: The Race Team
- Tags: #lewis-hamilton, #mercedes, #ferrari, #video, Formula 1

Just when the Formula 1 driver market seemed settled for the medium-term future, along comes the shock of the decade.

Lewis Hamilton won’t end his F1 career at Mercedes after all, instead exercising a previously unknown break clause in his contract to join Ferrari for 2025 - a decision he’s made before even trying the 2024 Mercedes on track.

Our video delves into all the implications, repercussions and questions that now need answering.