Hamilton: vasseur Remains Unchanged After Two Decades
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Reunion at Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton has affirmed that Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur’s core characteristics have remained consistent since their initial collaboration in 2005. The seven-time Formula One World Champion first raced under Vasseur’s guidance with ASM in the Formula 3 Euro Series, securing the championship title.
Their partnership continued in 2006 with ART Grand Prix in the GP2 Series,where Hamilton again clinched the championship in his debut season,paving the way for his 2007 Formula 1 debut with McLaren. Hamilton’s decision to join Ferrari this year was significantly influenced by Vasseur, a key factor in his departure from Mercedes.
Challenges and Continued Support
Despite a challenging transition to Ferrari – Hamilton is currently without a podium finish since joining the Scuderia as of the United States Grand Prix – the British driver maintains strong support for Vasseur. he emphasizes that the team principal’s essential approach has not altered over the past two decades.
“Not Fred, no,” Hamilton stated in a recent interview. ”Fred still wears the same clothes, and he’s exactly the same as he was.”
Vasseur’s Consistent Leadership
Hamilton highlighted Vasseur’s directness and competitive spirit,qualities he admired even during his time in the lower racing categories. He noted Vasseur’s consistent focus on aerodynamic performance and maximizing car capabilities.
“He’s a straight shooter, clearly a massive competitor,” Hamilton explained. “I always admired that he prioritized aerodynamics and performance, which is crucial in today’s Formula 1.”
