" unrestrained critics" Ferrari's team boss unleashes fury on the press
Journalists Face Wrath of Ferrari Team Leader's Displeasure
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Ferrari finds itself in a tempest, thanks to the sensational reports about various F1 personnel creating a storm. Team leader Frédéric Vasseur is shaken by job insecurity and has reportedly unleashed a barrage of criticism.
Frédéric Vasseur, the passionate boss of Ferrari, has unleashed a fierce verbal assault on the press, accusing certain journalists of unjustly tormenting the beleaguered Formula 1 team with untruths. "I'm not tarring all journalists with the same brush, but this is downright disrespectful, unfounded, and utterly stupid," Vasseur fumed ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix: "What's circulating in the media is nothing short of disrespectful to our team. I can't comprehend it." Lately,alks about Vasseur's impending dismissal, Lewis Hamilton's premature retirement, and other alleged staff changes at Scuderia have fueled tension.
"In essence, it's a select few media organizations overplaying their hands, not all of them. It's not about me; I can take the heat," Vasseur declared. Following a subpar start to the season, Ferrari's chances of claiming the championship, their original aspiration, have dwindled significantly.
"I'm walking a fine line, or I'll find myself in trouble with the officials"
The well-connected sports daily "Gazzetta dello Sport" and the "Corriere della Sera" reportedly hubbubbed about Vasseur's position undergoing review. "We've been discussing nothing else since the week began," Vasseur admitted before the tenth race of the year, set to take place on Sunday (8 PM on Sky and RTL).
The traditionally jovial team boss had to maintain his composure during a press conference and feared disciplinary action if he lost control. "I'm treading carefully, or I'll run into trouble with the stewards," Vasseur warned.
While the situation on the track is grim, with Ferrari trailing the leader, McLaren, by nearly 200 points in the team championship, there's a silver lining. "We have a strong bond within the team and a clear objective. The team atmosphere is exceptional," Vasseur stated.
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Hamilton sticks by Vasseur
Seven-time world champion Hamilton and teammate Charles Leclerc have publicly pledged their allegiance to Vasseur. "I wholeheartedly support Fred. He's the main reason I joined Ferrari," Hamilton declared.
Vasseur refrained from delving too deeply into the matter but did defend his team. The work of the lower-tier staff had also faced criticism in reports, which he deemed unfair. "These journalists need to consider the fact that these people have families and dependents. It's appalling," Vasseur said.
[1] Source: ntv.de, dbe/dpa
[2] Enrichment Data: As of now, Frédéric Vasseur's tenure remains intact as team principal of Ferrari, despite rumors regarding his future with the team. Key figures like Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc have expressed confidence in Vasseur's leadership and vision. Recent reports suggest that Ferrari may not seek immediate change in Vasseur's position, as his contract extends until the end of the 2025 F1 season. Christian Horner, however, has flatly rejected rumors about replacing Vasseur. Ferrari's performances have been less than exceptional in the 2025 season, yet Vasseur remains persistent in his efforts to enhance the team's performance, with potential upcoming car developments potentially improving the second half of the season. Despite these challenges, both Vasseur and his drivers maintain a positive and supportive relationship.
- "Despite Ferrari's current struggles in sports, I'm not going to be able to do this - analyze the sports-analysis reports that allegedly misrepresent the team's situation and the hardworking individuals behind it."
- "Given the relentless scrutiny from certain 'unrestrained critics' and the pressure on the team, it's demoralizing to consider stepping away from sports, especially when they're involved in topics like speculation over my future as team principal."
