Who will replace Hamilton in Mercedes in 2025?

Now that Mercedes is looking for a driver to pair up with George Russell now that Lewis Hamilton is going to Ferrari in 2025. Unsure how soon we will know who will get that seat but here are people in the running to fill the big shoes of Hamilton.

Carlos Sainz: The current Ferrari driver who is losing his seat thanks to Hamilton. There are other teams he could go to like Red Bull, Sauber soon-to-be Audi, and Aston Martin though Red Bull has plenty of drivers in the pipeline and Aston Martin probably only happen if a certain driver accepts the Mercedes drive, I'll get to him later. Mercedes is the best bet for Sainz unless he wants to go for Sauber and it would be ridiculous if Mercedes passes on a two-time race winner. The only downside I can think of is does Toto Wolff want George Russell to be the main driver? I would put Sainz ahead of Russell. Sainz had more podiums and wins than Russell.

Alex Albon: I believe he deserves another shot at a big-time team. He nearly single-handled and got Williams to 7th in the constructions. Plus it seems like Williams is the "junior" team of Mercedes. However, Williams Team Principal James Vowles has vowed (some pun intended) to keep Albon until after the 2025 season. To that I say, let the guy go. Unless Williams can compete for podiums and wins like they did in the past, let Albon go. Plus I'm sure you want that Mercedes job when Toto decides to retire and blocking Albon from them is not the way to go about it.

Esteban Ocon: He has Mercedes ties and was actually close to joining Mercedes in 2020 before they decided to stick with Valtteri Bottas. He's been with Renault/Alpine since 2020. He can see that unless Alpine keeps him over Pierre Gasly. 

Mick Schumacher: I know I know, I'm putting him there because Toto Wolff likes him and Lewis Hamilton replaced his dad. Why not have him replace Lewis? Probably unlikely but who knows?

Fernando Alonso: Who wouldn't want an F1 Legend on the team? However, Alonso will be 43 years old for next season. Yes, I know he had his best season of F1 in a decade last season. Plus would Lawrence Stroll be vengeful if he does sign with Mercedes during this season? Maybe I'll change my tune if Alonso has another great year this upcoming season. 

Sergio "Checo" Perez: I would like to see this happen especially so that Toto can fuck with Red Bull and Christian Horner. Please Toto, do it. 

Kimi Antonelli: Unlikely unless he has a great season in F2 in 2024 and even if that happens, I rather see him at Williams to get with. Also, why not Jak Crawford? Again Crawford would have to have a great season in F2 to get an F1 drive. Again just to see Toto fuck with Red Bull 

Logan Sargeant: I know I know but it could happen right? Again depending on he does this upcoming season. 

My guess is Sainz.      

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