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Ferrari must now introduce ‘scarlet rules’ to solve Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc crisis

Ferrari must find a way to calm the friction between Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton after their incident in Mexico. Lewis Hamilton was furious at…

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 12:00 PM
Ferrari must now introduce ‘scarlet rules’ to solve Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc crisis
Key Things to Know
  • F1 Oversteer argues Ferrari should implement 'Scarlet Rules' of engagement after Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc clashed in Mexico.
  • Lewis Hamilton criticized Charles Leclerc's mentality following their Mexico City Grand Prix incident that cost Ferrari a potential win.
  • Charles Leclerc received a five-second penalty for his lap-one incident involving teammate Lewis Hamilton.
The Story in 60 Seconds

F1 Oversteer argues that Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur must implement strict 'Scarlet Rules' of engagement following an on-track clash between Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton at the Mexico City Grand Prix. Hamilton questioned Leclerc's mentality after the incident allegedly cost Ferrari a potential race victory, sparking debate over how the Scuderia should manage having two number-one drivers.

The outlet suggests Ferrari follow McLaren's 'Papaya Rules' model rather than Red Bull's clear number-one hierarchy, noting neither Hamilton nor Leclerc would likely accept supporting status. Pundits Martin Brundle and Juan Pablo Montoya also advocated for firmer team management, with Montoya suggesting internal penalties should the teammates clash again.

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