Describing Cullen\u2019s return as \u201creally exciting\", Hamilton is embracing the start of a new journey with familiar support by his side.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Cullen, who was a key member of Hamilton\u2019s inner circle from 2016 until their parting ahead of the 2023 season, had been a constant presence in the paddock during his dominant years with Mercedes. After spending time away from the sport, she has now rejoined the British driver as he embarks on his multi-year deal with the iconic Scuderia Ferrari.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt\u2019s always important to have a good foundation of people around you,\u201d Hamilton was quoted by Formula 1.com as saying. \u201cI\u2019ve generally had a very good base for many, many years, so I still have all the team that I had last year, but I\u2019ve brought Ange in on top of that. We have a great relationship, me and Ange; we\u2019ve known each other for a long, long time, we\u2019ve gone through a lot together.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Hamilton explained that Cullen took a couple of years off to spend time with her family and travel, but she was eager to accept his offer to be part of this new adventure. \u201cAsking her to come and start this new chapter with me and her accepting it was really exciting, and we\u2019ve been having a blast \u2013 this past month together has been really awesome.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Briton\u2019s move to Ferrari marks one of the most significant transitions in F1 history, and as he continues to settle into his new surroundings, he is already relishing the experience. When asked about how he was adjusting to Ferrari\u2019s environment, Hamilton expressed his enthusiasm about donning the famous red.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI think red suits me, so it\u2019s good!\u201d he said with a smile. \u201cWe tested it out last year in a couple of outfits. Honestly, it\u2019s an honour to be a part of this historic team. Red is the colour of passion [and] of love; there\u2019s a huge amount of passion in this team, also with the fanbase that they have, the Tifosi, and you see that with everyone at Ferrari.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Hamilton also highlighted the unique experience of being part of an organisation where the racing and manufacturing teams operate under one roof. \u201cObviously, at Ferrari, you\u2019ve got the car manufacturer as well, but we\u2019re all under the same roof. So when I cross the road and go to the wind tunnel, for example, I see other members of the team \u2013 they\u2019re not necessarily on the race team, but they\u2019re still a part of the team. It\u2019s really, really special to see that and experience that each day.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
His integration into the Ferrari family has been smooth, with team members making an effort to make him feel at home. \u201cThey\u2019ve gone out of their way to make me feel welcome. Honestly, it\u2019s been the best month \u2013 I\u2019ve had the best time. It\u2019s been tiring, we\u2019ve definitely all been pushing, but this is the time of focus,\u201d Hamilton remarked.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Hamilton also highlighted the unique experience of being part of an organisation where the racing and manufacturing teams operate under one roof. \u201cObviously, at Ferrari, you\u2019ve got the car manufacturer as well, but we\u2019re all under the same roof. So when I cross the road and go to the wind tunnel, for example, I see other members of the team \u2013 they\u2019re not necessarily on the race team, but they\u2019re still a part of the team. It\u2019s really, really special to see that and experience that each day.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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