
The first day of testing at Fiorano was marked by an electric atmosphere, with the eagerly-awaited presence of Lewis Hamilton at the wheel of a Formula 1 Ferrari. It was an exceptional moment for fans of the Scuderia FerrariThis was the first time the red car bearing Hamilton's famous number 44 had been seen. After almost a year's wait, the excitement surrounding the day was at its peak, attracting massive crowds to Fiorano and Maranello.. The dream of seeing Hamilton and Leclerc together at Ferrari is becoming a reality, and the tifosis hope that this alliance will finally break the title curse that has been awaited since 2008.
Hamilton at the wheel of the Ferrari: a first test in the spotlight
The seven-time world champion took to the track at 9.17am, watched by hundreds of fans, for his first day of testing.. After an installation tour, Hamilton The Ferrari team ran several series of laps, including sessions of ten, three, ten and five laps. The aim was to help him familiarize himself with the car and the Ferrari team dynamics. Of course, there were a few errors of trajectory and a few wheel locks, but the poor grip of the track didn't make things any easier for the Briton.
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In all, Hamilton completed just under thirty laps, marking the start of his last great adventure in Formula 1, before heading to Barcelona for the next test.
Leclerc: back on track after the winter break
The afternoon was devoted to Charles Leclerc, who was also back at the wheel of the Ferrari after a long winter break.. The Monegasque, already on site in Maranello, took the controls of the SF-23, the car he drove in the 2023 season. Leclerc didn't test the F1-75 in the end, although it was ready to take to the track. It was an opportunity for him to get his bearings and get back into the swing of things before the official tests for the 2025 season.
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A highlight for fans
The day at Fiorano was an unforgettable moment for Ferrari fans, who had the opportunity to see their two drivers. Images of Hamilton and Leclerc on the track were widely shared on social networks, making the rounds around the world. It was also an emotional moment for the drivers, who took the time to greet and thank the fans present, a gesture particularly appreciated by the fans, who gave them a warm round of applause.
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