Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur confirmed that drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc held a constructive meeting in Brazil to address recent tensions.
The discussion took place on a Thursday evening at a hotel following the “Brazil run-in”, according to reports.
Vasseur noted that the primary goal was to reset the team mindset and reinforce the principle that “Ferrari comes first at all costs.”
Following the session, the team principal reported that the two drivers “left my room joking together.”
Vasseur emphasized the importance of the dialogue by stating, “We had a good discussion. We cleared the situation.”
Lewis Hamilton also addressed the situation, specifically denying that any “demands were made” during the private talks.
The meeting was intended to move past earlier friction, including a fallout that occurred during the race in Mexico.
Vasseur expressed optimism regarding the team’s current trajectory as Ferrari holds 510 points in the constructors’ standings.
The team is currently focused on defending its position against Red Bull and McLaren in the final three races of the season.
Reflecting on the team’s performance, Vasseur noted that they have made significant progress since the “first six races of the season” where they struggled relative to Mercedes.
The team principal remains confident in the car’s pure performance capabilities for the remainder of the calendar year.
Looking further ahead, Vasseur stated he is already in a good mood regarding the preparations for the 2027 season.
He dismissed questions about his personal stress levels during the racing weekend, joking that his heart rate is higher when he is “doing sport” rather than managing driver relations.
The team now looks to maintain this positive momentum as they conclude the current campaign.