Ferrari Still "Can't Wait" to Have Lewis Hamilton

Despite a disastrous weekend for Lewis Hamilton at the United States Grand Prix, where he was prevented from making progress in the Sprint by a broken bearing and suffered a Q1 knockout in qualifying, Ferrari remains confident that they made the right decision in signing the seven-time Formula 1 champion. According to Sky Sports F1 pundit Ted Kravitz, even if Ferrari were not winning races, Hamilton would think it is not the wrong decision to leave Mercedes. Kravitz believes that there is no buyer's remorse from the Italians and that Ferrari cannot wait to have Hamilton next year.

Key Takeaways:

• Ferrari's performance at the United States Grand Prix, securing a first one-two on American soil since 2006, suggests that the team is on the right track.
• Lewis Hamilton's contract and commitments with Mercedes mean he cannot drive a Ferrari in the post-season Abu Dhabi test.
• Hamilton will be replaced by 18-year-old Colton Herta in the first practice session at this weekend's Mexican Grand Prix to comply with F1 rules requiring teams to field rookies in two FP1 sessions per season.
• Hamilton is set to join Ferrari in 2025, fulfilling a childhood dream, but will have to wait for the test and practice sessions.
• Charles Leclerc secured his third win of the year at the United States Grand Prix, while Carlos Sainz, who is losing his seat to Hamilton, was second.

Statistics:

• Ferrari secured their first one-two on American soil since 2006.
• Charles Leclerc secured his third win of the year.
• Carlos Sainz finished second at the United States Grand Prix.
• Lewis Hamilton will not participate in the post-season Abu Dhabi test due to his Mercedes contract and commitments.
• Hamilton will be absent from the first practice session at this weekend's Mexican Grand Prix.

Sources:

Source 1: "Hamilton will have to wait a little longer to arrive at Ferrari", by Sky Sports F1 pundit Ted Kravitz

Source 2: F1 live broadcast and press conferences