Ferrari team principal Frédéric Vasseur has reprimanded his two drivers to ease tensions and start fresh on a sound footing.
As the Formula 1 season promises to be particularly competitive, Ferrari is looking to avoid any internal friction. The arrival of Lewis Hamilton alongside Charles Leclerc has created a new dynamic, but also unprecedented challenges in terms of team management. In this context, team principal Frédéric Vasseur felt it necessary to remind his two drivers of the rules of the game.
According to multiple sources, the Scuderia boss brought Hamilton and Leclerc together to clarify expectations. He notably emphasized the need for mutual respect, an essential condition for the team to progress. This intervention comes after signs of tension, noticeable during testing sessions and internal discussions.
Managing two drivers of this caliber is never straightforward. Leclerc, a product of Ferrari's academy, knows the team inside out, while Hamilton brings his experience and record of achievements. Their cohabitation could become explosive if each sought to impose their will. Vasseur, for his part, wants to prioritize the collective interest and the team's performance, leaving no room for egos.
This intervention aims to establish a clear framework before the first races. The goal is to allow both champions to focus on the track, while preventing their rivalries from harming the working atmosphere. Ferrari thus hopes to approach the season with serenity and ambition, betting on constructive collaboration rather than sterile confrontations.
According to multiple sources, the Scuderia boss brought Hamilton and Leclerc together to clarify expectations. He notably emphasized the need for mutual respect, an essential condition for the team to progress. This intervention comes after signs of tension, noticeable during testing sessions and internal discussions.
Managing two drivers of this caliber is never straightforward. Leclerc, a product of Ferrari's academy, knows the team inside out, while Hamilton brings his experience and record of achievements. Their cohabitation could become explosive if each sought to impose their will. Vasseur, for his part, wants to prioritize the collective interest and the team's performance, leaving no room for egos.
This intervention aims to establish a clear framework before the first races. The goal is to allow both champions to focus on the track, while preventing their rivalries from harming the working atmosphere. Ferrari thus hopes to approach the season with serenity and ambition, betting on constructive collaboration rather than sterile confrontations.
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Source: Ouest-France