Ferrari has finally broken its silence. Amid a storm of speculation surrounding the team's leadership, Scuderia Ferrari HP has publicly declared full support for team principal Fred Vasseur. The move comes after former Red Bull boss Christian Horner was linked as a potential replacement for Vasseur at the end of the season.
The rumor gained traction after Horner, who has been absent from the F1 paddock since early 2025, told The Times that a return to F1 with Ferrari would be "the dream". That statement only intensified the pressure on Vasseur, who was already under scrutiny due to Ferrari's inconsistent performance in the second half of the 2025 season.
Vasseur himself responded with frustration during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend in Baku. "We are fighting for P2 in the championship, and at the end of the day, we are all speaking a lot about this, and even for the guys in the garage, to discuss about this, it's the best discussion that we can have," he said. "But it is what it is; it's not in my hands. Mr Horner is looking for a job - that, everybody knows - everywhere. But what can I do? Just try to do my best to push the team, to raise them to be motivated, focus on what is better today."
In response to the escalating rumors, Ferrari held a media call on Tuesday, an unusual move that underscored the seriousness of the situation. Ferrari's chief communications officer, Maria Conti, stated firmly: "In the recent days, there has been increasing speculation surrounding Scuderia Ferrari HP, and particularly dedicated to its leadership. Ferrari's position is clear, has not changed, and Ferrari has made its choices already, and we have full confidence in Fred Vasseur and in his team, and we continue to do so."
Conti added that this moment demands unity and cohesion within the team. "At this time and in this particular moment, it's really important that the team remains united and cohesive, and we are focused all the energy on the work ahead. Ferrari has always attracted extraordinary interest, and it is only natural that many professionals aspire to be part of it. It is a reflection of the strength of what Ferrari really represents. So this is why we really want to avoid, and we do not intend to fuel speculation or comment on assumptions coming from outside the company."
Ferrari's statement also addressed comments from former team boss Maurizio Arrivabene, who recently told Sky Italia that Horner would bring a "disadvantage" to the Scuderia due to his past successes with Red Bull, which would only heighten expectations. However, Ferrari appears unfazed and remains steadfast in its position.
With this public backing, Vasseur at least has room to breathe. But the pressure remains, as Ferrari has yet to find consistent performance on track. The season is still long, and results will ultimately determine whether Ferrari's trust in Vasseur holds until the end of the year.
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