Hamilton makes a powerful statement on his birthday

Today, January 7, Lewis Hamilton celebrates his 41st birthday. After a disappointing first season with Ferrari in 2025, the first season of his career without a podium, the British pilot is looking forward to new successes.

Hamilton spent 12 years at Mercedes, winning six of seven F1 titles, but faces a new car and team in 2025, especially after Ferrari stopped development of the SF-25. At the end of the season, he admitted that he had lost enthusiasm and even expressed his desire to move away from communicating on social networks.

But on his birthday, Hamilton returned to the internet with a strong message as he prepares for his second season with Ferrari and hopes to add new chapters to his storied career.

“Another comeback. I’m incredibly grateful for this break. Time to unplug, recharge and find some inner peace. Time with family and friends.”

After a very tiring year, all I needed was rest and a good mood. In a world that moves so fast, where we are constantly being pulled in different directions, it was the most amazing feeling to truly unplug.

I am aware that we are entering the Year of the Horse and leaving the Year of the Snake behind. It’s time for change. Start new habits, leave unwanted behavior patterns behind, and work on improvement.

Let go of things that don’t serve you. This may take time. There will be things you can’t get rid of right away, but it all starts with the first step.

Even though the world may seem chaotic, I hope you focus on living life to the fullest.

Be yourself and never forget who you are. I learned this from many of you who told me this in 2025 and I will never forget it!

Your support means everything to me and I’m here for you. You are never alone. “Let’s take it one day at a time, one step at a time,” Hamilton wrote in an Instagram post.