‘I can’t stop watching’ – Lewis Hamilton wows fans with Italian skills in an unseen Ferrari footage

   ‘I Can’t Stop Watching’ – Lewis Hamilton Delights Fans with His Italian Skills in Exclusive Ferrari Footage

Lewis Hamilton wasted no time making himself at home at Ferrari, impressing fans with his Italian language skills during his first day at Maranello. The seven-time Formula 1 champion, who recently joined the legendary Scuderia Ferrari, showed off his adaptability and charm as he toured the team’s iconic factory and mingled with staff and supporters.

Hamilton fulfilled a childhood dream by joining motorsport’s most famous team, marking the occasion with a photoshoot at the Enzo Ferrari headquarters near Bologna. Ferrari teased the announcement a day earlier, prompting fans to gather outside the factory in hopes of catching a glimpse of their new hero. Their patience was rewarded as Hamilton greeted them warmly.

         Hamilton Impresses Fans in Italian
The 40-year-old driver surprised those present by speaking in Italian, greeting fans with phrases like *“Come stai?”* (How are you?) and *“Tutto bene?”* (Everything okay?). The gesture left fans delighted, with one admirer on social media commenting, “I didn’t think I could love him more!” Another wrote, “He’s got Duolingo working on overtime,” while a third gushed, “I can’t stop watching this.”

In an official Formula 1 video, Hamilton went a step further, correcting his greeting from *“Buongiorno”* (Good morning) to *“Buona giornata”* (Have a nice day), showcasing his effort to embrace the Italian culture.

F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali previously highlighted the importance of learning the language, saying:
“He is learning to speak Italian and understand how to integrate into our culture. I told him it is essential for him to do this. At Ferrari, he will find a different environment than before.”

      A Warm Welcome at Ferrari HQ
Hamilton’s visit included introductions to Ferrari staff by CEO John Elkann and team principal Fred Vasseur, with whom Hamilton shares a long-standing relationship from his GP2 days. Vasseur, instrumental in securing Hamilton’s move to Ferrari, has been key to the team’s recent resurgence.

Despite narrowly losing the 2024 Constructors’ Championship to McLaren by just 14 points, Ferrari is optimistic about pairing the most successful driver in F1 history with their iconic team. Many believe Hamilton could lead them to a record-breaking eighth drivers’ title.

Hamilton’s enthusiasm was palpable throughout the day, with his beaming smile captured in every clip. He later shared his excitement on Instagram, writing:
“There are some days you know you’ll remember forever, and today, my first as a Ferrari driver, is one of those days. I’ve been lucky enough to achieve things I never thought possible, but part of me has always dreamed of racing in red. I couldn’t be happier to make that dream a reality today.

“Today, we begin a new era in this iconic team’s history, and I can’t wait to see the story we’ll write together.”

In another post, Hamilton expressed gratitude toward Ferrari’s leadership:
“Day one. I’m grateful to John Elkann, Benedetto Vigna, and Fred Vasseur for their trust in me and for making me part of this family. I’m excited to work with such a talented and inspiring group of people who’ve been so welcoming.

“I’m committed to giving everything I have to deliver for the team, the organization, and the fans.”

Both posts were shared in English and Italian, though fans suspect Hamilton may not have written the Italian portion just yet. Regardless, his efforts to immerse himself in Ferrari’s culture have already won over fans, setting the stage for an exciting new chapter in his illustrious career.