The record-breaking partnership between Mercedes and Lewis Hamilton will continue on for another couple of years yet. It has also been confirmed that George Russell will stay with the team through to 2025.
In his 213 races to date with Mercedes – the most a driver has ever started with one team – over the course of 11 seasons, Hamilton has won six Drivers Championships and eight Constructors’ Championships.
The Brit has also scored 82 wins in his time with the team, as well as breaking the records for most wins, podiums and poles. He’s tied with Michael Schumacher as a seven-time World Champion.
There was never any real doubt about Hamilton committing his future to Mercedes in spite of speculation from some questionable outlets over recent months.
It seems certain now Hamilton will end his career driving only Mercedes-powered cars in Formula One. He spent six seasons at McLaren-Mercedes before joining the works team in 2013.
Speaking about the announcement of his new deal, Hamilton is delighted to be continuing his journey with Mercedes.
Lewis Hamilton commented:
“We dream everyday of being the best and we have dedicated the past decade together to achieving that goal. Being at the top does not happen overnight or over a short period of time, it takes commitment, hard work and dedication and it’s been an honour to earn our way into the history books with this incredible team.
“We have never been hungrier to win. We have learnt from every success but also every setback. We continue to chase our dreams, we continue to fight no matter the challenge and we will win again. I’m grateful to the team who have supported me both on and off the track. Our story isn’t finished, we are determined to achieve more together and we won’t stop until we do.”
For Toto Wolff, he’s happy to continue working with Hamilton after the extraordinary success they’ve had together. Wolff also joined Mercedes in 2013 and has worked with the Brit all the way through his time at the team.
Toto Wolff, CEO and Team Principal, continued:
“Our partnership with Lewis is one of the most successful in the sport’s history. It was always a formality that we would continue together – and it’s energising for us all to be confirming that publicly. His qualities as a pure racing driver are illustrated by his remarkable track record; but over our years together, he has grown to become a pillar and leader of our team. Those leadership qualities are crucial as we focus on fighting for world championships again. As F1’s biggest global star, he has also played a key role in shaping our commitments to diversity, inclusion and sustainability, that will be foundations for our success in the years ahead.
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For George Russell, the 25-year-old gets another two years at the team. He is the team’s most recent winner after taking his maiden win at the 2022 São Paulo Grand Prix. He also took his first pole last in Hungary, although this year has been more of a struggle to date versus his teammate.
George Russell commented:
“I have grown up with this team ever since joining as part of the Junior programme back in 2017. It’s my home and it feels fantastic to extend our special relationship through 2025.
“After stepping up to the Mercedes race seat last year, I wanted to reward the trust and belief that Toto and the rest of the team placed in me. Taking my first pole position and race win last year was an unforgettable feeling. More importantly though, it’s been great to work with everybody at Brackley and Brixworth to make progress with our car and push forward our development. Their loyalty, vision and hard work is inspiring.
“We have made some significant steps over the last 18 months and are only getting stronger as a team. I’m excited to help continue to build on that momentum as we progress into 2024 and 2025 as we continue to focus on returning to the very front of the pack.”
Toto Wolff commented:
“George is a leading light of his generation. He has repaid the faith we showed in him when promoting him to a race seat in 2022. His maiden pole position in Hungary and first Grand Prix victory in São Paulo were standout moments last season. As a driver, he combines razor-sharp speed with the tenacity of a true fighter. But he brings, too, an intelligence and attention to detail that will help him to continue to grow, develop and improve further. He is a natural fit to the team and we are delighted to have extended the relationship for the coming years.”
