Internal dynamics at Ferrari were placed under intense scrutiny following the opening-lap collision between their drivers during the Mexico City GP. However, team principal Fred Vasseur has now moved to put those concerns to rest, confirming that a private sit-down meeting held ahead of the Sao Paulo race successfully cleared the air between the two stars.
Speculation regarding potential friction between Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton had dominated paddock talk. Yet, the chaotic, rain-soaked weekend at Interlagos proceeded smoothly, with no signs of radio disputes or on-track arguments over position swapping. Vasseur noted that the preemptive discussion was the key turning point for the team's weekend operation.
"Honestly, we had a good discussion on Friday. We cleared the situation," Vasseur explained regarding the mediation. "I think we did a good reset on the mindset, and they left my room joking together."
Vasseur expressed clear relief regarding the outcome of these talks. While it remains to be seen if this newfound harmony will withstand the pressure of the final races of the season, the Ferrari boss is optimistic that the professional relationship will hold steady. He emphasized the importance of maintaining a unified front as the team navigates the remainder of the 2026 calendar.
The Ferrari principal remained in high spirits even when faced with aggressive media questioning about the high-stress strategy calls made from the pitwall. When pressed by a journalist on specific timing and tyre data from a tense moment in the race, Vasseur skillfully deflected the query with his trademark dry humour.
"No, no, no, guys. This is 6:30, it's when I did my sport," Vasseur deadpanned. "And then I made a mega lap. No confusion. The conclusion is that I'm much more stressed when I'm doing sport."
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