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In a revealing interview, Ferrari Team Principal Frederic Vasseur confirmed that Lewis Hamilton’s inaugural Formula 1 contract with the Italian marque will span three seasons, starting in 2025. This strategic move is expected to have major implications for the Formula 1 standings as the seven-time champion seeks to add to his impressive collection of titles.

Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur has provided insight into the strategic blunder that cost Charles Leclerc valuable time during the British Grand Prix. Vasseur attributed the decision to pit Leclerc for Intermediate tyres to the driver’s track position, as the team gambled on impending rain. However, the track conditions did not deteriorate as expected, leading to a significant loss of time for Leclerc. Vasseur defended the team’s aggressive strategy, but acknowledged that the call was ultimately the wrong one.

WEC

Ferrari has been restored to its original engine power ahead of the Interlagos 6 Hours, following a 1.7% reduction in maximum power imposed at the Le Mans 24 Hours. The Italian manufacturer’s 499P will now benefit from a positive 1.8% power gain for the Sao Paolo race, as the team looks to capitalize on its regained advantage in the WEC 2023 season.

Ferrari’s Formula 1 duo, Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz, have reverted to their Imola-spec parts in an effort to rectify their recent performance issues. The Italian team’s decision to take a step back is a strategic move to gather data and reduce the bouncing produced by the car as they work towards finding the right balance and performance.