Hamilton 'excited for year ahead' after switch to Ferrari made official

'Here's to 2025 — a year of embracing new opportunities, staying hungry, and driving forward with purpose. Let's make it one to remember. Andiamo (Let's go)'

Lewis Hamilton says he could not be more excited for the season ahead after moving from Mercedes to Ferrari. File picture: David Davies/PA

Lewis Hamilton has spoken for the first time since he officially became a Ferrari driver and declared he could not be more excited for the season ahead.

Hamilton's multi-year deal with the Italian team started on January 1 after the seven-time world champion completed his blockbuster transfer from Mercedes.