Ferrari was supposed to be a title contender this season. The way their 2024 season began, many were sure that the Red Squad would have a resurgence this year. Podiums and wins became frequent until Montreal. Since then, the team’s progress just went downhill. With Lewis Hamilton, moving from Mercedes to Ferrari, fans now want the Maranello-based team to buckle up ASAP. But, despite all the criticisms and failure, Ferrari has been facing recently, Hamilton’s mind won’t be changing.

At the onset of the ‘silly season,’ the biggest announcement of the season shook the world. Lewis Hamilton announced his departure from Mercedes, the team he had been associated with since 2023. And move to Ferrari to replace Carlos Sainz. Many experts, fans, and critics alike questioned Hamilton’s decision. “Shouldn’t he retire with Mercedes?” some asked, while others congratulated him for his new journey ahead. In the chaos, the 7x World Champion’s mind didn’t budge an inch away from his decision. And yes, he’s still going to the Prancing Horse next season!

Keeping aside Ferrari’s repeated disappointments in the last five races and today’s Qualifying, Lewis is looking ahead into his future. When asked if he would have still gone to Ferrari with this Mercedes, Hamilton replied: “Yes”, showcasing that the 39-year-old made a concrete decision.

This endearing, honest confession despite Mercedes’ recent comeback speaks volumes. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton did wonders on his home turf today. One could truly see the old Lewis racing on the Silverstone track. From his first win at the British GP in 2008 to yet another pole position and a potential win/podium in tomorrow’s race. This legend rewrites the history of F1 in his own words.

Lewis Hamilton’s journey in Silverstone from 2008 to 2024

The year 2008 witnessed the uprising of a new beast in F1. It was Sir Lewis Hamilton. And it was the very same Silverstone circuit that declared the presence of a young man destined to be one of the greatest F1 drivers of all time. Looking back 16 years from today, Hamilton won his first home race in 2008. The then-McLaren driver drove an outstanding race from ‘lights out,’ to the chequered flag. Since then, Hamilton has had a record-breaking 8 wins in his home race. And no one has shattered his record yet.

Lewis won at Silverstone in 2021 for the last. Since his outstanding P2 in today’s Qualifying, fans wish to see Hamilton with the winner’s trophy in his hands tomorrow. Given the level of pace and enhanced upgrades Mercedes has introduced for the British Grand Prix, it wouldn’t be surprising for the fans if Lewis successfully overtakes Russell to clinch P1 and continue with it till the very end.

As Lewis Hamilton gets ready to race at Silverstone again, enthusiasts are filled with anticipation and nostalgia. From his beginnings in 2008 to becoming a seven-time world champion, Hamilton’s journey has been remarkable. Despite this season’s ups and downs, his resolve to leave Mercedes remains strong. Tomorrow’s race marks another chance for him to create a memorable moment in his illustrious career at the British Grand Prix.

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