LEWIS GOES BRACK TO THE FUTURE

LEWIS HAMILTON has described his return to the factory as "emotional" and "surreal" as Mercedes unveiled his final car before moving to Ferrari.

- HARRY SMITH

The seven-time world champion signed a new two-year contract with the Brackley-based Silver Arrows midway through last season.

But with the team failing to close in on rivals Red Bull, Hamilton has opted for a change of scenery, signing with Ferrari (below) for 2025.

Speaking at the launch of Mercedes' 2024 car (above), Hamilton said: "It's been emotional. It's very surreal to be here given I came here in 2013, so 11 years with the team, starting my 12th and it is such a privilege to work with a group of people where you see the work they're doing over winter.