Hamilton accuses Leclerc of wrecking Ferrari hopes

At the Mexico City Formula One Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc crashed off the track during the first lap, costing him a potential 1-2 finish with Lewis Hamilton, according to Hamilton. The seven-time champion claimed that Ferrari had lost points due to Leclerc's aggressive behavior, and stated that they need serious off-track discussions to resolve their issues.

Hamilton finished second, behind Red Bull's Max Verstappen, who secured his sixth record win in Mexico. Leclerc, who initiated the aggressive move to overtake Hamilton, took a five-second penalty and handed the place to Verstappen. Hamilton blamed Leclerc and demanded the return of his position, but his demand was ignored as the team descended into a civil war.

Team boss Fred Vasseur echoed Hamilton's sentiments, stating that they had a 1-2 opportunity but lost the race, which hurts and feels bad for the brand, sponsors, team, and 2,000 people. Leclerc defended his action, explaining that he saw a gap on the opening lap and decided to take it, but acknowledged the confusion and his possible need to give the position back to Hamilton.