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After the initial shock of the news that Lewis Hamilton would join Ferrari, Team Principal Frederic Vasseur believes the team should not lose sight of its objectives.
Ferrari Team Principal Frederic Vasseur emphasizes the need to shift focus from Lewis Hamilton’s future arrival in 2025 to the present season, urging the team to concentrate efforts on rectifying current issues. Hamilton’s impending move from Mercedes to Ferrari for the 2025 season sent shockwaves through the F1 world, revitalizing the previously static driver market. While doubts linger on Ferrari’s ability to provide a championship-contending car, Vasseur stresses the importance of addressing immediate challenges over speculating about the future. The team’s rocky start in the 2023 season highlighted by reliability issues improved later on, with promising podium finishes for Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz, providing momentum to carry into 2024. Vasseur acknowledges the significant progress required to close the gap with Red Bull but remains optimistic, aiming to capitalize on stable regulations for teams this year. He anticipates a convergence of performance among teams with consistent regulations, underscoring the importance of building on the positive strides made in the previous season.
