Fred Vasseur Gives Explanation on Ferrari Team Orders Mix-up
Summary
Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur explained a misunderstanding involving team orders during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Ferrari asked Lewis Hamilton to let Charles Leclerc pass near the race's end, but due to a timing error, Hamilton couldn't complete the swap before the finish line.Key Facts
- Ferrari gave team orders to Lewis Hamilton to swap positions with Charles Leclerc at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
- The orders came because Hamilton had newer tires and a chance to pass other drivers.
- Charles Leclerc initially let Hamilton through to try and overtake competitors.
- Near the race's end, Ferrari asked Hamilton to give the place back to Leclerc.
- Hamilton misjudged the track's finish line and could not slow down enough for Leclerc to pass.
- Hamilton acknowledged his mistake and apologized to Leclerc.
- The final positions for Ferrari were eighth for Hamilton and ninth for Leclerc in the race.
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