Ferrari tells Hamilton and Leclerc to 'respect each other' after Mexico incident
SAO PAULO (AP) — Ferrari team boss Fréd Vasseur has told Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc to respect each other after their race incident in Mexico last weekend.Vasseur said on Friday at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix that the near crash between them, which cost Ferrari a 1-2 in Mexico, “is taking huge proportions," but added, “There was no contact between the two cars and it isn't always like that…
Ferrari team principal Fréd Vasseur has urged Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc to respect each other following their near crash during the Mexico City Grand Prix last weekend. The incident, which led to both drivers running off the track, resulted in Hamilton finishing second and Leclerc taking the fourth position. Vasseur stated at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix that the near collision was "taking huge proportions" but emphasized that there was no actual contact between the two cars.
He added that the incident was not typical for teammates, as both drivers are fierce competitors. Vasseur revealed that he and the drivers discussed the matter on Thursday evening in Sao Paulo after Leclerc returned from the birth of a daughter in Europe. The team boss said the conversation was necessary to clarify the positions of both Hamilton and Leclerc.
Now, the focus is on the upcoming races. Vasseur reiterated that respect between the two drivers is crucial, as they are competitors with a strong fighting spirit.
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