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Charles Leclerc has expressed that Ferrari’s decision to put an end to the rumours surrounding Fred Vasseur’s position as the team’s boss in F1 is “important”.
Charles Leclerc has expressed the importance of Ferrari’s decision to confirm Fred Vasseur as the team’s boss in Formula 1, emphasizing the significance of putting an end to rumors surrounding Vasseur’s position.
Ferrari announced Vasseur’s new multi-year deal to continue leading the team past 2025, a move supported by Leclerc and team-mate Lewis Hamilton amid speculation of his potential replacement.
Leclerc, who worked with Vasseur in his debut F1 season in 2018, expressed his happiness and relief at the official confirmation following a period of uncertainty and speculation.
The doubts about Vasseur’s position coincided with Ferrari’s winless start to the season, leading to heightened expectations and pressure on the team, which Leclerc acknowledges.
Leclerc has praised Vasseur for cultivating a calm environment at Ferrari and believes that his vision and ability to remain composed during challenging times will be crucial for the team’s success, especially with major technical changes looming in 2026.
