Monza gears up for a vibrant weekend as Leclerc promises Hamilton a fervent welcome next year.
This weekend’s Grand Prix at Monza holds particular significance for Lewis Hamilton as he arrives in Lombardy as a future Scuderia Ferrari driver, with the adoration of the tifosi already palpable…
Has Lewis Hamilton ever felt such a palpable shift in the Monza paddock? Is he the new hero of the tifosi?
“I’m not sure, it’s definitely a bit different. I mean, it’s always special coming here.”
“There’s always incredible passion throughout Italy, generally, but particularly for motor racing. It’s always exciting to see the fans at the end of the weekend; it’s an event full of passion, and the excitement they bring to this race is unmatched.”
Having once been a rival to Sebastian Vettel for the world title, has Hamilton not occasionally had strained relations with the tifosi?
“If I’m honest, these past few years, I mean, in recent years, I’ve received a very warm welcome, I’ve had some great times, there was a time when we really battled against Ferrari, yes, but even then, people were positive, there was no negativity.”
“It will be interesting to see what it’s like here at Monza this year.”
“But already at Imola, for instance, I received a very good reception.”
Leclerc promises a wild welcome for Hamilton… next year
As Lewis Hamilton’s future teammate at Ferrari, Charles Leclerc can surely already offer a glimpse into what the love of the tifosi feels like… And he’s setting the scene (in red)!
“It’s really very, very special to drive for Ferrari at Monza, in Italy. It’s something iconic and yes, it’s such a special feeling, the amount of support we get.”
“Of course, we have this support everywhere in the world, but it’s even more special each time we’re in Italy.”
“It’s hard to get in and out of the hotel every morning and evening, but it’s a very special feeling and a lot of support, which drives us to our utmost.”
“We’ll experience that next year, we’ll experience it together, and I’m sure it will be a special year.”
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