Formula 1: Lewis Hamilton switches from Mercedes to Ferrari. Hamilton became world champion six times in a Mercedes between 2014 and 2020.
The Brit will replace Carlos Sainz at Ferrari next year; the Spaniard's contract expires at the end of 2024. Hamilton only extended his contract with Mercedes last year, but it was unclear whether the 39-year-old had an exit clause. Last week, Ferrari extended Charles Leclerc's contract "for several years" The change is likely to cause some movement in the Formula 1 driver market.