Hamilton CRASH revealed by F1 team boss…read more
A Formula 1 team boss has revealed new details about Lewis Hamilton’s involvement in a dramatic crash that occurred during a testing session in 2018. The revelation comes as Hamilton prepares for his upcoming season with Ferrari, marking a significant career shift after moving from Mercedes in the off-season.
Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, will begin his tenure with Ferrari, teaming up with Charles Leclerc for the 2025 season. After a series of frustrating seasons with Mercedes, Hamilton aims to secure an elusive eighth world title with the Scuderia. Although Hamilton won’t make his first official appearance in a Ferrari car until the team’s private testing session at Fiorano, he will first drive the 2023 model in Barcelona, with further tests scheduled. These tests are critical as Hamilton adapts to his new team and car.
Hamilton’s move to Ferrari came after an illustrious career with Mercedes, where he won six drivers’ championships. The decision to leave his longtime team was not easy for Hamilton, but he is excited about the new challenge ahead. His former team principal, Toto Wolff, has expressed his admiration for Hamilton, both personally and professionally, despite the shock of his departure to one of Mercedes’ main rivals.
While Wolff supported Hamilton’s career choices, he recently spoke about an incident from 2018 that tested their relationship. That year, Hamilton took a break from F1 to test a MotoGP bike, the Yamaha YZF-R1, owned by motorsport legend Valentino Rossi, at the Jerez circuit in Spain. Wolff, who had to give approval for the test, was initially unaware of the risks Hamilton was taking.
During the test, Hamilton had a fall on the bike, which caused some concern. Wolff revealed he had trouble getting in touch with Hamilton and his team for two days. When he finally spoke with Hamilton’s engineer, he was reassured that everything was fine, despite the fall. “All is good and fine. We just finished biking and whatever you hear, he is all fine,” Wolff was told.
Although Hamilton fell, the incident didn’t diminish his remarkable talent. Wolff was stunned to learn that Hamilton had been only four seconds off the pace of MotoGP pros, showcasing his exceptional skill and body control. “He’s the annoying kid in school who does everything right and fast,” Wolff joked. He praised Hamilton’s natural ability, noting that it’s precisely this talent that has made him a champion.
As Hamilton embarks on his new journey with Ferrari, Wolff’s reflections on their past show the deep respect between the two, despite the changing dynamics in F1.
