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Jenson Button claps back at John Elkann
F1 champion Jenson Button responded to Ferrari chairman John Elkann’s criticism of Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc after their poor performance at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
Elkann lashed out at the drivers, demanding they “talk less” and focus on driving, while praising the rest of the Ferrari team in Maranello.
Hamilton and Leclerc remained defiant, expressing their commitment to turning things around and working together.
Fans and experts have criticized Ferrari’s lackluster performance under Elkann’s leadership, with only 15 race wins in eight seasons.
Button delivered a devastating blow to Elkann with a simple yet powerful message, suggesting the chairman should lead by example.
The fallout continues, with discussions on potential media blackout for Ferrari to regroup, raising questions about the rocky partnership between Hamilton and the iconic team.
