Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time Formula 1 world champion, expresses unprecedented optimism about winning his eighth title after joining Ferrari. During his first drive of the SF-25 at Ferrari's Fiorano test track, Hamilton emphasized his primary goal: winning a championship with Ferrari rather than focusing on his personal record-breaking eighth title.

After six weeks with the team, Hamilton's confidence has grown significantly. "There's magic here," he states, acknowledging Ferrari's rich legacy while recognizing the fierce competition from McLaren, Red Bull, and Mercedes.

Hamilton has embraced an intensive preparation approach, participating in previous car testing sessions and increasing his commitment to team integration. He acknowledges the scale of the transition, noting it as the biggest move of his career.

The British driver is focusing on elevating every aspect of his performance, including:

• Physical fitness
• Time management
• Engineer engagement
• Factory presence
• Cultural adaptation
• Language learning

Despite the challenges of adapting to a new team culture and working environment, Hamilton feels naturally at home with Ferrari. "I know I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be," he affirms, while remaining mindful of the substantial work ahead in acclimating to the new car and team dynamics.

His teammate Charles Leclerc reports positive initial feedback on the SF-25, with no significant issues identified during early testing. The combination of Hamilton's experience and Ferrari's historical success creates a promising foundation for their championship aspirations.

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