With a bit of hype, the most anticipated Ferrari debut of all time is approaching: Lewis Hamilton will "finally" wear red.
And he'll immediately begin his intensive work as a full member of the Maranello team, starting with the simulator. This will happen on January 20th, next Monday to be exact, and two days later he'll be able to take the Ferrari F1-75 out onto the track, with which Charles Leclerc started the racing season a few years ago in a manner worthy of a championship contender. After testing at Fiorano, the Reds will quickly move on to Barcelona, where Hamilton will also be able to rack up more mileage. These previous car tests allow for a maximum of four days of practice or 1,000 kilometers driven during this year's regulations.
Not only will the technology be unfamiliar to the Briton, but the entire operation and culture of the Scuderia also differ from the British style he's accustomed to during his career. Time is quite short to familiarize himself with the team, the engineering team, and the mechanics. And also with exploring Charles Leclerc, who is across the pit box, as a direct rival...
