Toto Wolff says Mercedes ‘trying to reinvent ourselves’ following Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari | F1 News happymamay

Mercedes Toto Wolf coach says the team “is trying to re -invent” itself after Luis Hamilton’s departure to Ferrari.

After amazing in the world of sports by announcing his transformation to Ferrari last February, Hamilton recently joined the Italian team last month and was testing their cars from 2023 and 2024 while preparing for the 2025 season in Australia on March 16.

Mercedes, Hamilton, replaced with the 18 -year -old Italian Andrea Antonelli, as a teammate George Russell, and began on Wednesday to increase this season by holding a media event to celebrate his new partnership with the German sportswear giant.

“This was suitable for both of us,” said Wolf. Sky Sports He was reflected on the departure of Hamilton after 12 years and six titles for drivers with the team.

“I think when Lewis sees his first appearance in Ferrari, this image in front of Enzo Ferrari’s house, it is famous. Lewis with his sense of elegance, and I told him.

Meanwhile, we start on a different road, and we are trying to re -invention ourselves with a young driver – in addition to George, who has not been mentioned enough. We have a big driver and achievement that won races, and this is new to an coming child.

“I think it was an update for both of us.”

“There is no headache from Hamilton director”

Wolf insisted that cooperation with Adidas is evidence that Mercedes will not face any commercial “waste” from Hamilton’s exit.

Brit is a huge world star and exceeds motorsport, as it draws the level of attention that other drivers cannot match.

Wolf says that Antonelle, who was quickly tracked to F1 amid huge excitement on his potential, has the ability to communicate with a younger generation.

In response to a question about Mercedes’s ability to attract partners Don Hamilton, Wolf said: “It does not improve (from Adidas) in terms of iconic brands in the field of sports.

“It is a testament to confidence that this team has moved forward. When Lewis discussed the go and Kimi is coming with the CEO, he said,” This is very exciting. Let’s go in the next generation! “

“This is what we feel in the team. We have a strong atmosphere with the partners who are with us and we want to come to the team, so we do not feel any waste.”

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