The article discusses Lewis Hamilton's much-anticipated debut for Ferrari at the Australian Grand Prix and features insights from former driver Nigel Mansell. Mansell reflects on his time with Ferrari, describing it as a transformative experience that transcends monetary value. He emphasizes the special bond between Ferrari drivers and the team, likening the exhilaration and admiration he felt as a driver to what Hamilton might experience. Mansell's anecdotes capture the magnetic presence of Enzo Ferrari and the unique atmosphere at the team, reinforcing the emotional significance of driving for Ferrari.
For one former driver, his countryman has made the right decision. The experience I had at Ferrari, money can't buy, says Nigel Mansell with a fond smile.
Mansell was named Il Leone... by the tifosi, who took the man from the West Midlands to their hearts as if he had been born within the sound of the bells of Maranello.
Now 71 years old, Mansell was the last driver signed by Enzo Ferrari before his death in August 1988 and recalls a tricky time on track but a unique experience in driving for Ferrari.
There was the power of Mr Ferrari just moving a finger at lunch... the whole restaurant went stony silent... to have the power of people thinking: He's going to say something,' and all he was doing was going to pick up the salt.
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