Ferrari Team Principal addresses Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc tension

Ferrari Team Principal Frédéric Vasseur has indicated a need to speak with Lewis Hamilton following friction during the Singapore Grand Prix. The tension arose when Hamilton reportedly ignored team orders during a Virtual Safety Car period on lap 39.

While Ferrari had instructed the driver to pit for fresh tires, Hamilton remained on track using medium-compound rubber to maintain position. This decision ultimately saw him overtaken by rivals, including Andrea Kimi Antonelli, costing him a potential podium finish.

This incident follows previous friction regarding car performance and strategic disagreements. While the team previously defended Hamilton's performance by noting Charles Leclerc's podium success, the recent gap to Red Bull and Mercedes has heightened scrutiny on Ferrari's competitive standing.