Ferrari boss denies split strategy for Leclerc and Hamilton at Spanish GP

Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur addressed speculation regarding the team's strategy during the Spanish Grand Prix on September 17, 2026. Reports suggested Ferrari altered the strategies of drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton to create separation on track. Vasseur firmly rejected these claims, emphasizing the focus on teamwork amid rising tensions between the two drivers, particularly following recent communication issues at Zandvoort. The situation remains closely monitored as both drivers continue to navigate their relationship on and off the circuit.

• 3:15 PMMotorsport.com — Fred Vasseur shuts down claims Ferrari split Spanish GP strategy to separate drivers