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Mario Andretti Dubs Lewis Hamilton ‘Luigi’ as He Embarks on Ferrari Adventure
The world of Formula One is abuzz with excitement as Lewis Hamilton prepares to take the wheel for Ferrari in the upcoming season. The seven-time world champion’s move to the iconic Italian team has been met with great anticipation, and F1 legend Mario Andretti has given Hamilton a fitting Italian nickname – ‘Luigi’.
As Hamilton settles into his new team, he has been embracing the Italian culture and language with open arms. Andretti, who is eager to see how Hamilton’s partnership with Charles Leclerc unfolds, believes that the competition between the two drivers will be a thrilling spectacle.
“Can you imagine the interest that the fans have just to see what’s going to happen there?” Andretti told (link unavailable) “How is he going to fare vis-a-vis Charles Leclerc, who has been there for a long time and is very experienced and so forth? But I’m sure that Lewis is not shy of embracing challenges. I’m going to call him Luigi from now on!”
The rivalry between Hamilton and Leclerc is expected to be one of the most intriguing storylines of the season. Leclerc has been with Ferrari since 2019 and has established himself as a talented and experienced driver. Hamilton, on the other hand, is a seasoned champion with a proven track record of success.
Andretti believes that the competition between the two drivers will be a “challenge” for both, but ultimately, Ferrari will be the beneficiary. “It’s going to be a challenge for both of them, and that’s what the sport is all about,” he said. “Ferrari is ultimately the one that’s going to benefit the most. You have two individuals that I feel are both capable of winning, no question, and what better place to be in if you’re on a team?”
As Hamilton prepares to take the wheel for Ferrari, he will be looking to make a strong impression and prove himself as a worthy teammate to Leclerc. The duo’s partnership will get underway at the Australian Grand Prix on March 16, and fans around the world will be eagerly watching to see how the season unfolds.
With his new nickname ‘Luigi’ and his determination to succeed, Hamilton is ready to take on the challenges of the upcoming season. As Andretti noted, the competition between Hamilton and Leclerc will be a thrilling spectacle, and Ferrari is poised to reap the benefits of having two talented drivers at the helm.
