On a foggy Wednesday morning in mid-January, the legendary Lewis Hamilton took to the Fiorano track for the first time as a Scuderia Ferrari driver. The Brit, known for his multiple world championships, was celebrated by fans as he shared his emotions during his inaugural team radio with the Maranello-based team.
At precisely 9:16 AM, the iconic number 44 could be seen cutting through the mist on the Fiorano circuit. Hamilton’s SF-23 raced through nearly 100 kilometres, marking the Brit’s first official run in a Ferrari. The day proved emotional for Hamilton, who described it as “one of the best days of my life.”
Accompanied by his parents, Hamilton was greeted by throngs of Ferrari enthusiasts who had gathered at the Modena circuit to witness the historic moment. Ferrari captured the essence of Hamilton’s debut in a video shared on their social media channels.
In the 60-second clip, Hamilton completes several laps before delivering an emotional team radio message. His new race engineer, Riccardo Adami, initiated the communication with a simple “Radio check, Lewis,” to which Hamilton responded with heartfelt emotion. Taking a deep breath, he said, “Wow… It was incredible,” capturing the joy and excitement of his first outing in the scarlet car.
Hamilton’s first day in the cockpit of a Ferrari was a significant milestone in his illustrious career and a moment that resonated deeply with fans and the entire Ferrari team. The day was a powerful reminder of the passion and dedication that drives the world of Formula 1.
