Hamilton refused to sign with Ferrari, Turrini claims

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Lewis Hamilton has been racing for Mercedes since the 2013 season and has won six championships with the team. This makes him statistically the most successful pilot in history. But with the ground effect era, Mercedes entered a period of decline and it became difficult for Hamilton to fight for the eighth title.

For this reason, scenarios such as Hamilton's departure or retirement have been on the agenda for months. Ferrari was thought to be the strongest candidate in the event of a possible breakup, but according to the latest news, that possibility is no longer on the table.

“Hamilton was personally contacted by John Elkann,” wrote Leo Turrini, one of the journalists closest to Ferrari. statements are included. Turrini said, “I understand that he replied politely, 'No, thanks'. Unfortunately, we have to sympathize with his response.” said.

It was claimed that team principal Frederic Vasseur, who had known Hamilton since the lower series, took a step in this regard, but Ferrari denied these claims.