<p>Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton made his first public comments since signing with Ferrari on Tuesday at the F1 75 Live event at the O2 Arena in London.</p><p>Hamilton, who won six of his seven drivers' championships during a 12-year run with Mercedes, changed teams in the biggest move of the F1 offseason.</p><p>"It's such a great night to be here amongst all of you," Hamilton told fans at the event where the 10 F1 teams unveiled their car liveries for 2025.</p><p>"I think the word I'm thinking of is invigorated. I feel so full of life, and so much energy, because everything's new. I'm just focused on what's up ahead. I'm so proud to be a part of the team, something new and exciting for me."</p>.<p>Hamilton is one of the most iconic F1 drivers ever, having tied Michael Schumacher in 2020 for the most drivers' championships in the sport's history.</p><p>Despite his history with Mercedes, he said joining forces with Ferrari was an honor that fulfilled a childhood dream of his.</p><p>"I've been lucky enough to have many firsts in my career, from the first test to the first race, podium, win and championship," Hamilton said.</p><p>"I wasn't sure how many more firsts I had but driving a Scuderia Ferrari HP car for the first time this morning was one of the best feelings of my life. When I started the car up and drove through that garage door, I had the biggest smile on my face."</p><p>Hamilton, 40, has a two-year contract with Ferrari. He is preparing for the new season that begins next month in Australia; Hamilton will drive the SF-25 model Ferrari at the manufacturer's private racetrack in Italy before moving on to preseason testing Feb. 26 in Bahrain.</p>
<p>Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton made his first public comments since signing with Ferrari on Tuesday at the F1 75 Live event at the O2 Arena in London.</p><p>Hamilton, who won six of his seven drivers' championships during a 12-year run with Mercedes, changed teams in the biggest move of the F1 offseason.</p><p>"It's such a great night to be here amongst all of you," Hamilton told fans at the event where the 10 F1 teams unveiled their car liveries for 2025.</p><p>"I think the word I'm thinking of is invigorated. I feel so full of life, and so much energy, because everything's new. I'm just focused on what's up ahead. I'm so proud to be a part of the team, something new and exciting for me."</p>.<p>Hamilton is one of the most iconic F1 drivers ever, having tied Michael Schumacher in 2020 for the most drivers' championships in the sport's history.</p><p>Despite his history with Mercedes, he said joining forces with Ferrari was an honor that fulfilled a childhood dream of his.</p><p>"I've been lucky enough to have many firsts in my career, from the first test to the first race, podium, win and championship," Hamilton said.</p><p>"I wasn't sure how many more firsts I had but driving a Scuderia Ferrari HP car for the first time this morning was one of the best feelings of my life. When I started the car up and drove through that garage door, I had the biggest smile on my face."</p><p>Hamilton, 40, has a two-year contract with Ferrari. He is preparing for the new season that begins next month in Australia; Hamilton will drive the SF-25 model Ferrari at the manufacturer's private racetrack in Italy before moving on to preseason testing Feb. 26 in Bahrain.</p>