Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc have expressed their solidarity with their Ferrari team members and supporters on social media. This gesture follows a directive from chairman John Elkann urging them to concentrate on their driving rather than engaging in excessive talk.
Ferrari had a mixed weekend in motorsport events. While they secured both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships at the World Endurance Championship finale in Bahrain, the Brazilian Grand Prix turned out to be a disaster. Hamilton’s race was cut short after a collision with Franco Colapinto damaged his car irreparably. Similarly, Leclerc’s race also ended prematurely due to an incident involving Oscar Piastri and Kimi Antonelli.
After the disappointing double retirement in Brazil, Ferrari currently sits fourth in the World Championship standings, trailing Mercedes by 26 points and Red Bull by four. Elkann expressed his frustration, emphasizing the need for unity within the team to achieve success.
Both Hamilton and Leclerc responded indirectly to Elkann’s remarks. Hamilton reassured fans on Instagram, acknowledging the setback in Brazil but affirming his determination to persevere. Leclerc echoed similar sentiments, highlighting the team’s need for unity in the face of upcoming challenges in the season.
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In light of recent events, the Ferrari drivers remain optimistic and determined to overcome obstacles as they focus on the remaining races of the season.