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What was behind Ferrari president John Elkann’s criticism of his drivers?
Ferrari president John Elkann’s criticism of drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc has sparked debate due to their underperformance at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
Hamilton and Leclerc responded to Elkann’s comments by emphasizing their commitment to the team and their focus on improving performance.
Sky Sports F1 pitlane reporter Ted Kravitz highlighted the importance of Ferrari’s standings in the constructors’ championship, attributing their success to the drivers’ point-scoring efforts.
Despite Elkann’s public criticism, both Hamilton and Leclerc demonstrated unity and dedication to the team’s goals through their social media posts.
Former Ferrari team strategist Bernie Collins acknowledged that F1 drivers are inherently self-focused in their pursuit of championship points, but stressed that Hamilton and Leclerc are working towards enhancing Ferrari’s competitiveness together.
