Lewis Hamilton says it has been “emotional” preparing for the final Formula 1 season of his 12-year stint with Mercedes following his decision to join Ferrari in 2025.
The seven-time world champion attended Mercedes’ 2024 car launch on Wednesday in his first official public appearance with the team since confirming the shock move at the start of February.
Both driver and team have insisted they want to end the hugely successful partnership – that brought Hamilton six of his seven titles – on a high note, but there was a subdued feel at the unveiling of the new-look W15.
Asked about how his last few weeks had been, Hamilton replied: “Well it’s obviously been emotional.
“It’s very surreal to be here given I came here in 2013, so 11 years with the team, starting my 12th.