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Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari Move: Positive Impact and Less Pressure for Charles Leclerc, Says Team Boss

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
March 7, 2025
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Formula One F1 - Scuderia Ferrari and Puma celebrate 20 Years of Collaboration - Maranello, Italy - March 4, 2025 Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur during the event to celebrate Scuderia Ferrari and Puma's 20 years of collaboration REUTERS/Massimo Pinca

Fred Vasseur, team principal for Scuderia Ferrari, has spoken out regarding the positive impact he believes Lewis Hamilton’s move to the team will have on fellow driver Charles Leclerc. Hamilton’s high-profile transition to Ferrari, which has dominated sports news headlines, is anticipated to alleviate some of the pressure currently resting on Leclerc’s shoulders.

Hamilton, a seven-time F1 world champion, is setting his sights on an unprecedented eighth title in his illustrious career. His move to Ferrari sees him team up with Leclerc, who is entering his seventh season with the Italian racing giant.

In the lead-up to this new season, the intense media focus on Hamilton has allowed Leclerc to remain somewhat in the shadows, an experience he has found beneficial. Speaking to the press in Bahrain during pre-season testing, Leclerc shared that this off-season has allowed him to concentrate on his own performance and preparation for the upcoming races.

Vasseur is confident that Hamilton’s arrival will take some of the pressure off Leclerc, which he believes will positively impact the young Monegasque driver’s performance in the forthcoming season. Speaking to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Vasseur stated that Hamilton’s presence could help Leclerc learn and evolve as a driver, especially after having spent four years alongside Carlos Sainz.

The Ferrari boss is optimistic that the anticipated rivalry and strong competition between Hamilton and Leclerc will drive Ferrari’s ambitions forward rather than acting as a hindrance. Both drivers share a winning mentality and the ability to push their team to the edge, a trait Vasseur believes is vital for internal competition and performance enhancement.

Ferrari is hopeful that Hamilton’s extensive experience and proven success in winning titles will be the missing piece that helps the team break their championship dry spell since 2008. Vasseur recognizes that the potential of the Hamilton-Leclerc duo to secure the ultimate prize is largely dependent on the machinery at their disposal.

While reluctant to make any definitive predictions, Vasseur expressed his hope that the two top-tier drivers will secure multiple race wins, setting the stage for a potential World Championship title in the second half of the season.

In conclusion, Ferrari is optimistic about the benefits of Hamilton’s arrival and how it will positively impact both the team dynamics and the performance of Charles Leclerc.

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