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Hamilton team-mate tensions unearthed as Ferrari crisis deepens
Reports from the Italian F1 media suggest that tensions are rising at Ferrari following a disappointing weekend for both Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc at the Singapore Grand Prix. Despite three different teams making it to the podium, Ferrari once again missed out on a top finish, struggling with both pace and brake issues. According to Corriere dello Sport, tensions have escalated within the Ferrari team, with reported disputes between team principal Fred Vasseur and head engineer Matteo Togninalli, as well as friction between Leclerc and technicians over car criticism. Both Leclerc and Hamilton expressed concerns about the team’s performance and lack of upgrades compared to rival teams, with Hamilton acknowledging the efforts of the entire team but lamenting the current car’s shortcomings. As Ferrari faces internal challenges and struggles on the track, the future of the team’s season remains uncertain in the highly competitive F1 landscape.
