Ferrari's Vigna addresses rumors and Vasseur's situation at dinner
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 2:34 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna held a dinner with select media to address recent rumors about tensions with team principal Fred Vasseur. Vigna emphasized the importance of distinguishing facts from speculation in the age of social media. He acknowledged that public intervention may be needed to quell misinformation. Regarding the team's performance, he stated that competitors have outperformed Ferrari on track, indicating no excuses for their current situation.
- •Vigna discusses media speculation about Vasseur at a dinner event.
- •He highlighted the need to combat misinformation in social media.
- •Vigna admitted Ferrari's rivals are currently performing better.
- •No public excuses offered for the team's on-track results.
- 2:34 PMMotorsport.com — Ferrari’s Vigna on Vasseur and fake news: “There is only one reality”
- 2:34 PMYahoo Sports — Ferrari’s Vigna on Vasseur and fake news: “There is only one reality”
"Over dinner with select media, the Ferrari CEO reflects on the rash of rumours and the need to distinguish facts from speculation. He recalls reading about alleged tensions with Fred Vasseur and explains why, in a scenario amplified by social media, it is sometimes necessary to intervene publicly to stop the noise. As for the situation on track, no excuses: “Our rivals have done a better ...Keep reading
"Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna explains why the team publicly backed Fred Vasseur amid speculation over his position - and why he believes it is important to distinguish facts from interpretations
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External links- Motorsport.comOct 3, 2026, 2:34 PMFerrari’s Vigna on Vasseur and fake news: “There is only one reality”
Over dinner with select media, the Ferrari CEO reflects on the rash of rumours and the need to distinguish facts from speculation. He recalls reading about alleged tensions with Fred Vasseur and explains why, in a scenario amplified by social media, it is sometimes necessary to intervene publicly to stop the noise. As for the situation on track, no excuses: “Our rivals have done a better ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsOct 3, 2026, 2:34 PMFerrari’s Vigna on Vasseur and fake news: “There is only one reality”
Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna explains why the team publicly backed Fred Vasseur amid speculation over his position - and why he believes it is important to distinguish facts from interpretations
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