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Ferrari chairman John Elkann has explained why Fred Vasseur has been retained as the organisation’s F1 team boss, ending previous speculation.
Ferrari chairman John Elkann has confirmed that Fred Vasseur will continue as the Formula 1 team boss, putting an end to previous speculation surrounding his position. Vasseur, who took charge at Maranello in 2023, has faced media scrutiny amid rumors of his potential dismissal by the Scuderia. Despite not yet mounting a serious title challenge, Vasseur’s multi-year deal reflects Ferrari’s belief in his leadership. Elkann emphasized the importance of stability and teamwork in achieving results, particularly as Ferrari aims to bounce back from a challenging season thus far. He concluded by reinforcing the team’s commitment to regrouping over the summer break and returning stronger for the remainder of the season.
