Lewis Hamilton has revealed he told Ferrari he didn’t want to make his debut with the team at Formula 1 ‘s post-season test even had Mercedes given him permission. The annual post-season run-out that succeeds the final round in Abu Dhabi provides drivers changing teams with the chance to get a headstart on the next campaign.

Now could be the last chance for Formula 1 fans to grab a great deal on Lewis Hamilton Mercedes merchandise ahead of his switch to Ferrari in 2025. The seven-time champion revealed earlier this year that he would be leaving Toto Wolff and the Silver Arrows after 12 seasons having signed a contract with F1 icons Ferrari .