Lewis Hamilton F1 News: Mercedes boss Toto Wolff delivers verdict on world champion's potential replacements

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Wolff delivers verdict on Hamilton replacement targets

Lewis Hamilton will leave Mercedes to join Ferrari next season

Kevin McKenna

Friday 26 July 2024 20:56 Updated: 11:37

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has provided an update on the team's search to find a replacement for Lewis Hamilton.

The seven-time Formula 1 world champion will leave the Brackley-based outfit in 2025, as he embarks on a new challenge in the sport with Ferrari.

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Hamilton has cut a frustrated figure in recent seasons having been replaced as F1's dominant force by Max Verstappen.

The Dutchman has won the last three drivers' titles and is on track to add a fourth in December, despite being far from his best so far this year.

Hamilton sits sixth in the standings, but reminded everyone of his supreme talents during this month's British Grand Prix, where he sealed his first race win since 2021 on an emotional afternoon at Silverstone.

While the 39-year-old knows where his future lies, there remains a great deal of uncertainty over who will take his place at Mercedes.

Lewis Hamilton will make the move to Ferrari in 2025

Toto Wolff would love to sign Max Verstappen at Mercedes

All options being considered

Verstappen has been linked with a move, with Wolff already openly admitting he would be keen to strike a deal with the Dutchman, much to the frustration of Red Bull boss Christian Horner.

Young prospect Andrea Kimi Antonelli has also been tipped to make the step up from F2, with Wolff consistently praising the Italian's performances in the second tier.

Speaking to Sky Sports Germany after the Hungarian Grand Prix, Wolff revealed that all options are still being considered, as he refused to rule any of the top targets out of contention.