Lewis Hamilton has expressed his discontent with the rumors linking Christian Horner to a potential move to Ferrari, stating that such speculations are not beneficial to the team’s efforts to enhance performance. Hamilton, who is striving to help Ferrari regain its winning form in a challenging season following his transition from Mercedes, has voiced his support for Frederic Vasseur, as Ferrari recently extended Vasseur’s contract.
Recent media reports have suggested that Horner could become available in 2026 after parting ways with Red Bull. When asked about these rumors in Austin before the United States Grand Prix, Hamilton emphasized the importance of continuity for the team’s success. He highlighted the distractions caused by the speculation and reaffirmed the team’s commitment to Vasseur.
Hamilton stressed the significance of maintaining focus amidst distractions, emphasizing the team’s hard work towards future goals. Despite the rumors posing challenges, he emphasized the team’s dedication to improving performance and execution for the upcoming seasons. Currently, Hamilton holds the sixth position in the drivers’ championship and is yet to secure a podium finish for Ferrari in a Grand Prix. Failure to achieve a podium finish in Austin would mark a record for the most races without a podium at the start of a Ferrari tenure in the team’s Formula 1 history.
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