Ferrari reveal 'panic mode' concern behind crucial Lewis Hamilton call
Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has further explained his rationale for confirming Lewis Hamilton would be joining the Scuderia before the start of the 2024 F1 season.
The 57-year-old, who had been at the helm of the Italian team since the start of the previous year, wanted to avoid triggering a "panic mode" from Carlos Sainz.
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Toto Wolff discloses 'problem' aspect of Lewis Hamilton relationship: 'We hated it'
Toto Wolff has revealed that contract negotiations between himself and Lewis Hamilton were "always a problem", to the extent that they eventually outsourced the process.
The Mercedes team principal has explained it was a "hated" experience on both their parts because of how close they are.
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Possible Lewis Hamilton replacement highlighted after cryptic Ferrari comment
Former F1 driver Johnny Herbert has highlighted Williams' Carlos Sainz as a possible replacement for Lewis Hamilton, should the Ferrari driver depart before the end of his contract.
The seven-time world champion took Sainz's seat at the Scuderia, forcing the Spaniard to depart. Hamilton is contracted until at least the end of 2026, but has an option for a further campaign.
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Lando Norris handed brutal verdict over Oscar Piastri F1 title showdown
A majority of F1 fans believe Oscar Piastri will outscore Lando Norris over the final 10 rounds of the F1 season, something that would ensure him his maiden drivers' championship.
The Australian leads his McLaren team-mate by nine points over the summer break, and their battle looks set to go down to the wire in Abu Dhabi.
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Rising F1 star’s 'Next Max Verstappen' label bluntly shot down
Ralf Schumacher has dismissed the notion that Kimi Antonelli is the "next Max Verstappen", despite acknowledging the young Italian is a "strong" F1 driver.
The 18-year-old is broadly considered a generational talent, the potentially first to ascend to the championship since the Dutchman did in 2015.
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McLaren detail 'nervous' F1 team atmosphere after 'aggressive' decision
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has revealed the team was “nervous” early in the year over the potential of its car.
After winning the 2024 constructors' championship, McLaren entered the current campaign as favourites for both titles.
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