The Formula One world is buzzing once again, as seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton officially dons Ferrari red for the first time. The racing icon, who stunned fans last year by announcing his departure from Mercedes after over a decade of dominance, has now fully embraced his new chapter with the Scuderia Ferrari.
In a move that sent shockwaves through social media, Hamilton posted a picture of himself dressed head-to-toe in Ferrari’s iconic red uniform. The Instagram post, captioned simply “First time in red,” has garnered over four million likes, while the same post has been viewed more than 12 million times on X (formerly Twitter).
The image, featuring Hamilton standing confidently in Ferrari’s signature colors, has reignited conversations about the upcoming 2025 season and his potential to bring the Prancing Horse back to championship glory. Fans and pundits alike are speculating about how the collaboration between Hamilton and Ferrari—a team with one of the most storied histories in Formula One—will fare against the likes of Red Bull and his former team, Mercedes.
Hamilton’s switch to Ferrari marks one of the most high-profile moves in F1 history. Having won six of his seven titles with Mercedes, the Briton left behind a legacy of dominance and success. His decision to join Ferrari signals both a new challenge and an opportunity to cement his name further in the sport’s history books.
The post has drawn reactions from across the F1 community, with fans flooding the comments section with excitement and memes. Fellow drivers, team principals, and celebrities have also chimed in, congratulating Hamilton and expressing their anticipation for the upcoming season.
As pre-season testing all eyes will be on Ferrari to see how they adapt to their newest star driver and whether the team can deliver a car capable of challenging for the championship.
One thing is certain: Hamilton’s journey in red has begun, and the world is watching. The 2025 season promises to be one of the most thrilling in recent memory, as Hamilton’s debut with Ferrari adds a fresh layer of intrigue to the ever-evolving F1 narrative.