German apparel and footwear brand Adidas will enter Formula One as kit suppliers to the Mercedes Formula One team in a multi-year partnership announced on Tuesday for the new post-Lewis Hamilton era.

Mercedes were on the look-out for a new clothing and apparel partner to replace previous sponsors Tommy Hilfiger and Puma following Lewis Hamilton's decision to leave

F1's fashion silly season moved into top gear on Tuesday with Alpine switching to Castore while Mercedes brought Adidas back into the sport.

Adidas said it will create a complete range of apparel, footwear and accessories for the entire team as well as fans.

Mercedes have signed a sponsorship deal with Adidas which will see the global apparel giants supply the team’s kit in a multi-year deal. Synonymous with sports such as football and athletics, the German manufacturer has made its entrance into the world of Formula One, replacing the Silver Arrows ’ previous clothing partners Tommy Hilfiger and Puma.

Today, adidas announces a multi-year partnership with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, which unites two icons in one of the world’s fastest growing sports. The collaboration represents a significant moment in adidas’ history as it enters the pinnacle of motorsport: Formula1®.

Off the track, we will bring a fresh perspective to the sport by introducing exciting lifestyle product and extending the reach to a new generation of fans.” Mercedes F1 team

German sportswear giant Adidas is set to make its mark in Formula 1 through a newly announced multi-year partnership with the Mercedes F1 team

From what is understood, the collaboration will focus on creating a range of apparel, footwear, and accessories for the team and its fanbase.

Mercedes has confirmed Adidas as an official team partner with the fashion brand signing a multi-year deal to provide kit for the entire squad. The announcement has been expected for some time since leaked images of Adidas-branded Mercedes clothing were spotted last year.