P1racenews AI automatic summary:
“And we certainly have drivers who need to focus on driving and talk less, because we still have important races ahead of us and it’s not impossible to get second place.”
Ferrari chairman John Elkann has advised Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc to focus on driving and talk less after the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, where both drivers failed to finish the race. Leclerc’s non-finish was due to contact with other drivers causing damage to his car, while Hamilton sustained damage early on and had to retire. Elkann publicly criticized his drivers for being too outspoken and emphasized the importance of unity within the team for success. Ferrari’s disappointing 2025 season has seen them slip to fourth in the constructors’ championship, with high expectations not met despite signing Hamilton. Leclerc has struggled with just seven podium finishes, while Hamilton has yet to reach the top three. Rumors suggest Leclerc might leave Ferrari in 2027, and Hamilton has been actively providing feedback on improvements needed for the team.
