Hamilton embraces Vettel's methodical approach in Ferrari transition

Lewis Hamilton is following a proven path at Ferrari, adopting Sebastian Vettel's meticulous note-taking practice as he settles into life with Formula 1's most iconic team.

Building on Vettel's legacy

The seven-time World Champion's preparation for his Ferrari debut has revealed interesting parallels with his former rival, including frequent consultations with Vettel himself in the lead-up to his first Ferrari test.

Recent footage from testing sessions shows Hamilton embracing Vettel's trademark practice of maintaining detailed handwritten notes between track runs, suggesting a methodical approach to his new chapter.

A proven system

Vettel's note-taking system, which he detailed in 2020, demonstrates the value of this old-school approach.

"I love taking notes,"

Vettel had explained.

"When you write with a pen, it's like writing it in your head, you remember it."

The four-time champion's meticulous record-keeping spans his entire career, with notebooks dating back to his 2007 Toro Rosso debut still preserved on his shelves.

Technical continuity

Hamilton's connection to Vettel's Ferrari era extends beyond methodology. Ferrari has confirmed that Riccardo Adami, Vettel's former race engineer, will work with Hamilton in 2025.

Reports indicate Hamilton sought Vettel's insight about Adami before the appointment, receiving strong endorsement from the German driver who secured 14 victories during his Ferrari tenure.

Early challenges

Hamilton's Ferrari journey has already faced its first hurdle, with a crash during private testing at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.

However, he's expected to return to the Spanish track for a two-day Pirelli tire test, where he'll pilot a modified SF-24 chassis designed to simulate 2026 performance levels.

This setback appears minor in the context of his comprehensive preparation approach, which mirrors the attention to detail that characterized Vettel's time with the Scuderia.