Fred Vasseur, Group Principal of Ferrari, spoke in regards to the new driver pairing of Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton. In an interview given after the presentation of the SF-25, the Frenchman shared his perspective on the collaboration between the 2 drivers, highlighting their concord and the significance of inside competitors to deliver the crew to success.
Hamilton’s arrival at Ferrari has generated many expectations, particularly concerning the dynamic together with his new teammate. On this matter, Fred Vasseur acknowledged: “I do know each Charles and Lewis nicely. I have to say that it didn’t really feel unusual to me seeing them work collectively. At this stage of the season, all groups are world champions, and all teammates are like they’re on a honeymoon. That’s simply how Method 1 works. However the first weeks of collaboration between the 2 have gone very well, and I’m not shocked by that.”
Fred Vasseur: “Leclerc and Hamilton are working nicely collectively”
The Group Principal then added that the connection between the 2 was already strong earlier than they began working collectively at Ferrari: “Even final yr, they obtained alongside nicely and had been capable of construct an excellent friendship, in order that they’re beginning in nice form. The vital factor is to proceed like this and work as a crew.”
Fred Vasseur has already had the chance to work with Hamilton prior to now and has no considerations about his age or competitiveness: “I labored with Hamilton a few years in the past. I’m by no means fearful about his age, and he proved it in Abu Dhabi final yr when he climbed from the again of the grid to fourth place, even overtaking George Russell on the ultimate lap. He has the tempo, and I’ve by no means had any doubts.”
Nonetheless, the Group Principal acknowledges that the seven-time world champion has modified considerably in comparison with the early days of his profession. “He’s not the identical child I knew again then. Twenty years have handed, and everybody adjustments and improves. He’s undoubtedly far more mature now, with much more expertise behind him. That’s precisely what I used to be in search of—for myself, for Charles, and for Ferrari. I feel it’s the proper mixture.”
Charles Leclerc should benefit from Lewis Hamilton’s presence
Fred Vasseur sees Lewis Hamilton’s presence as an awesome alternative for Charles Leclerc’s progress. The purpose is undoubtedly to leverage the Briton’s expertise to additional enhance: “That is what Charles should do—base himself on the expertise and efficiency of his teammate. He’s the driving force closest to you, and due to this, you might have entry to all his knowledge, work on it, and in the event you’re good, take an additional step forward of him.”
The concord between the 2 drivers already appears nicely established, as Fred Vasseur defined: “I’m not fearful about any disputes between them. I solely see optimistic emulation.” Lastly, he reiterated how teamwork is crucial to purpose for titles: “I already talked about this final yr with Charles and Carlos. We had already reached that time, but when we need to carry out, we should do it with each drivers. To compete for titles, wholesome competitors is required.”
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