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Ferrari responds to Hamilton and Leclerc's Instagram takeover ahead of Singapore GP

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 2:43 PM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Ferrari responds to Hamilton and Leclerc's Instagram takeover ahead of Singapore GP

Summary

Ferrari issued a light-hearted 'unofficial' statement on October 8 after Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc took control of its Instagram account. The drivers replaced Ferrari's profile picture with a modified image ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix weekend, leading to a chaotic but playful social media moment. The team has acknowledged the situation with a response that captures the spirit of the disruption without any serious implications. The drivers' antics have drawn attention and humor as the race weekend approaches.

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Key Details

•Hamilton and Leclerc altered Ferrari's Instagram profile ahead of the race weekend.
•Ferrari's social media response was light-hearted and informal.
•The event occurred on October 8, leading into the Singapore Grand Prix.
•The takeover showcases the relationship between drivers and fans.

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2:43 PMMotorsport.com — Ferrari issues 'unofficial statement' after Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc social media chaos

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The Ferrari Formula 1 team has issued a light-hearted 'unofficial' statement on social media after drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc temporarily took control of the Italian team's Instagram page. The Maranello outfit's social media accounts took a chaotic turn ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix weekend when Hamilton and Leclerc replaced its iconic prancing horse profile photo with a ...Keep reading
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