Lewis Hamilton F1 News: Ferrari confirm MAJOR reshuffle

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Ferrari announce MAJOR reshuffle ahead of Hamilton arrival

Ferrari are laying the foundation ahead of Lewis Hamilton's arrival

Jay Winter

Friday 6 September 2024 09:12 Updated: 15:35

Ferrari have confirmed a major technical reshuffle as they prepare for the arrival of Lewis Hamilton in 2025.

The seven-time world champion will join the iconic Italian team, replacing Carlos Sainz, who is set to move to Williams.

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As part of their preparations for Hamilton’s much-anticipated arrival, Ferrari have appointed Mercedes’ current performance director, Loic Serra, as their new technical director for chassis.

Serra, a highly regarded French engineer, will officially take up his position on October 1, and report directly to Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur.

Loic Serra and Jerome d'Ambrosio will leave Mercedes for Ferrari

Ferrari's major staff changes

Serra's role will be crucial as Ferrari look to build a car capable of delivering a world title for Hamilton, who is eyeing a record-breaking eighth championship.

Now, Ferrari have revealed what his new role will entail, with Serra overseeing several key departments within Ferrari’s chassis operations, including chassis project engineering, vehicle performance, aerodynamics, track engineering, and chassis operations.

Meanwhile, Enrico Gualtieri will continue as Ferrari’s technical director for power unit, ensuring a robust engine department as the team prepares for a new era with Hamilton at the wheel.

The reshuffle marks Ferrari’s commitment to strengthening their technical capabilities ahead of Hamilton’s arrival.

Lewis Hamilton will be replacing Carlos Sainz at Ferrari

With Sainz moving to Williams, Ferrari are positioning themselves for a renewed title challenge, with the hope that Hamilton’s experience and Serra’s engineering expertise can bring them back to the top of F1.

Hamilton’s move to Ferrari in 2025 has been one of the most highly anticipated developments in recent F1 history.

With these strategic changes, Ferrari are hoping to lay the groundwork for a championship-winning partnership.

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