A preview of Lewis Hamilton's new residence and the potential challengers for Max Verstappen in the 2025 F1 Racing season, explained.
Buckle up, Formula One fanatics! 2025 is set to be a thrilling season, already bustling with changes and an air of uncertainty.
The action kicks off Down Under in Australia, following a three-year absence, with a calendar still jam-packed with 24 races — the most ever in a single F1 season. Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix have been moved in the calendar due to Ramadan, creating a new rhythm for the racers.
To catch the action in the United States, tune into ESPN, while those in the UK can catch the races on Sky Sports. Click here for a comprehensive list of F1's broadcasters around the globe.
The headline move of the season has undoubtedly been Lewis Hamilton's departure from Mercedes and his arrival at Ferrari. After 12 glorious years at Mercedes, Hamilton will be wearing the famous red of Ferrari alongside Charles Leclerc as the team aims for its first drivers' world title since 2007. Hamilton's Instagram post when he first donned the Ferrari gear became the most liked F1 post of all time.
Hamilton himself expressed his enthusiasm for the new challenge, stating, "I know I'm exactly where I'm meant to be right this moment." And as the Aussie fans eagerly await the grand spectacle, Hamilton shared his excitement, admitting that his emotions mirror those he felt before his rookie season almost 20 years ago.
However, defending champion Max Verstappen and Red Bull remain the team to beat, despite a rocky start to the preseason. Verstappen and his new teammate Liam Lawson will look to maintain their dominance as they brace for the challenge from the relentless Hamilton-Leclerc duo at Ferrari.
McLaren, having won the constructors' championship last year, is aiming to build on their success. Young guns Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri put up impressive performances during preseason testing and are predicted to push the McLaren team even further this year.
Notable driver changes include Carlos Sainz's move to Williams, with the vacant Mercedes seat filled by Andrea Kimi Antonelli, the 18-year-old prodigy. Elsewhere, Haas and Sauber have two new drivers each, while Alpine and Racing Bulls welcome Jack Doohan and Isack Hadjar, two of the five full-time debutants in 2025.
A few technical changes have also been implemented, such as the removal of the point earned for the driver who sets the fastest lap time. F1 has also increased its commitment to nurturing the next generation of drivers by doubling the time on the track allowed for rookies.
So gear up for an exciting 2025 F1 season, filled with intrigue, challenges, and unforgettable moments!
The forthcoming F1 season in 2025 promises to be a motorsport extravaganza, with sporting events reaching an impressive 24 races across the global calendar, marking the most races in a single F1 season. Rookies will make their debut in Bahrain and other teams, creating a unique rhythm for the racers due to Ramadan's influence on the calendar.
Lewis Hamilton, a veteran F1 driver, moves from Mercedes to Ferrari, hoping for a fresh challenge and his first drivers' world title with the team since 2007. Hamilton, despite his illustrious career, acknowledges a twinge of excitement mirroring his emotions before his rookie season.
In a thrilling turn of events, notable drivers like Carlos Sainz and Jack Doohan, along with four others, are set to make their debut on the F1 calendar, adding an exhilarating element to the already packed season.ّة
