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Charles Leclerc “completely aligned” with Lewis Hamilton on Fred Vasseur’s F1 future
Charles Leclerc has voiced his support for Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur, stating that Vasseur is the right person to lead Ferrari back to success despite ongoing rumors about the team’s leadership. Ferrari has had a disappointing 2025 F1 season so far, with no wins and only six podium finishes in 19 races. Despite finishing second in the previous year’s championship, Ferrari has struggled this season, falling short of expectations due to deficiencies in the SF-25 car. Both Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton have faced challenges with brake issues and plank wear affecting their performance on track. Amid speculation about Vasseur’s future, Ferrari chairman John Elkann has expressed his continued support for Vasseur, and both drivers maintain their backing for him. Leclerc believes that rumors surrounding Ferrari are often exaggerated and can be distracting, but he emphasizes the importance of staying focused on performance and not letting external factors affect the team’s unity and determination.
