Dramatic Hamilton move shifts F1 landscape
- Published: 28 Sep 2012 at 21.49
- Online news: Sports
One of the worst-kept secrets in motor racing was finally made official on Friday when Lewis Hamilton confirmed he was leaving McLaren for Mercedes.
British driver Lewis Hamilton, pictured here on September 20, is to replace Michael Schumacher at Mercedes next season, the Formula One firm has announced, bringing to an end months of speculation about his future at McLaren.
In a move that had been openly discussed since the end of July, the British driver will retain his huge salary -- reportedly more than pound sterling15 million (19 million euros, $24 million) -- and have greater freedom in enhancing his earnings through personal sponsorship in a three-year deal that will take him past his 30th birthday.
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