Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc have officially resolved their on-track dispute following a private meeting with Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur in Brazil. The talks, held on Thursday night, addressed the contentious opening-lap incident at the Mexico City Grand Prix, which allowed Max Verstappen to capitalize on the Ferrari rivalry and secure a victory. Hamilton confirmed the issue is now “squashed,” signaling a reset in their working relationship after weeks of public tension.
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The resolution comes after Hamilton publicly criticized Leclerc in post-race interviews, arguing that the team needed to clearly define their “rules of combat” to prevent similar costly errors in the future. The Mexico incident highlighted the fragility of the Ferrari partnership, as the two drivers’ aggressive maneuvering left them vulnerable to Red Bull’s dominance. By addressing the conflict directly with Vasseur, the team aims to shift focus from internal friction to collective performance for the remainder of the season.
Looking ahead to Sunday’s Sao Paulo Grand Prix, Hamilton faces a significant challenge as he starts from the back of the grid due to a power unit change. This penalty adds another layer of complexity to the weekend, testing the newly restored team unity. Fans can watch the race live at 5pm on Sky Sports F1, with build-up coverage beginning at 3.30pm, as Ferrari seeks to prove that their internal issues have been left behind in Mexico.
Source: Sky Sports
