Ferrari dismisses penalty rumors over Lewis Hamilton’s $95,000 motorcycle ride to meet Mercedes chief

Ferrari has firmly denied rumors of any penalties for Lewis Hamilton after the seven-time world champion was seen riding his $95,000 MV Agusta F4RR motorcycle outside the residence of Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff in Monaco.

Hamilton, who joined Ferrari this year after a long and successful stint with Mercedes, faced criticism online for riding the sleek pearl white and chrome red superbike without wearing protective gear. Social media buzzed with comments about the safety risks, with some fans suggesting that his new chapter with Ferrari should start with more caution.

Lewis Hamilton was seen on his personalised MV Agusta F4RR Superbike in Monaco 😮‍💨

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However, speculation about Hamilton facing disciplinary action from his new team has been swiftly shut down. In a bold response, Ferrari clarified their stance:

“Lewis is free to live his life and pursue his passions. Riding a motorcycle is not a violation of any team rules, and there is no penalty or consequence as some rumors suggest. We trust him to balance his personal interests with his professional commitments,” a Ferrari spokesperson stated.

The sight of Hamilton visiting his former boss fueled further intrigue, though the purpose of the meeting remains unknown. Despite parting ways professionally, Hamilton and Wolff maintain a strong friendship, with Wolff previously emphasizing that their bond goes beyond racing.

As Hamilton gears up for his new journey with Ferrari, the team has made it clear that they stand by their star driver’s right to personal freedom, distancing themselves from any notion of internal conflict.

With the season fast approaching, all eyes remain on how Hamilton will adapt to life in red — and whether his flair for high-speed machines, on and off the track, will continue to make headlines.