Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc recently expressed their solidarity with Ferrari’s engineering team and fans on Instagram. This show of support followed chairman John Elkann’s advice to prioritize driving and minimize public statements.
Ferrari had a mixed weekend in motorsport, securing victories in the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships at the World Endurance Championship in Bahrain. However, the Brazilian Grand Prix turned disastrous for the team. Hamilton’s race ended prematurely after a collision with Franco Colapinto’s Alpine damaged his SF-25. Similarly, Leclerc’s race was cut short following an incident with Oscar Piastri and Kimi Antonelli.
The double retirement in Brazil has dropped Ferrari to fourth place in the World Championship standings, trailing Mercedes by 26 points and Red Bull by four. Elkann expressed disappointment over the team’s performance, emphasizing the importance of unity and focused driving.
Hamilton and Leclerc responded indirectly to Elkann’s remarks. Hamilton’s Instagram post thanked fans for their support despite the disappointing race, while Leclerc acknowledged the tough weekend and emphasized the need for unity moving forward in the season.
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The drivers’ responses and Elkann’s statements have sparked discussions within the F1 community, highlighting the challenges and aspirations of Ferrari as they navigate the remaining races of the season.