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F1 champion Lewis Hamilton has addressed rumours that Christian Horner could become his boss at Ferrari and clarified the future of the team.
During the press conference at the United States Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton addressed rumors of Christian Horner becoming his boss at Ferrari and clarified the team’s future, labeling the reports as a ‘distraction’. Recent claims suggest Horner is being courted by Ferrari chairman John Elkann following his departure from Red Bull in July, coinciding with Ferrari’s challenging 2025 season. Ferrari’s current principal Fred Vasseur signed a contract extension in July, focusing on the team’s progress into the 2026 regulations. Hamilton expressed that the team, including Vasseur and himself, are focusing on building a successful future for Ferrari amidst the distractions. His teammate Charles Leclerc also criticized the impact rumors can have on the team’s focus, stating they are fully concentrated on their objectives despite the external noise.
