Hamilton Reflects on Emotional Final Season with Mercedes

Lewis Hamilton has candidly shared the emotional challenges he faced during his final season with Mercedes, particularly the impact of announcing his move to Ferrari for 2025. As he prepares for his last race with the team at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Hamilton acknowledged that the transition has strained his relationships within Mercedes, leading to awkward moments, especially in early discussions with team principal Toto Wolff. He admitted this year has been difficult and recognized it as possibly his worst championship finish, attributing some of that to his struggle with managing emotions throughout the season.

Despite some high points in performance, Hamilton’s inconsistency has been clear, prompting him to reflect on the importance of handling personal challenges better. Throughout his 12-year tenure, which included six world titles, he emphasized the deep connections formed with teammates, particularly during both the triumphs and struggles, which has made this impending change even more challenging. Looking forward, Hamilton remains hopeful that the positive memories and strong bonds he cultivated at Mercedes will ultimately define his legacy at the team.