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Lewis Hamilton moment vs Charles Leclerc shows Fred Vasseur has laid down a new rule at Ferrari

Ferrari drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc started one place apart at the United States Grand Prix on Sunday. After they both cleared Isack Hadjar…

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 11:30 PM
Lewis Hamilton moment vs Charles Leclerc shows Fred Vasseur has laid down a new rule at Ferrari
Key Things to Know
  • David Comerford argues Lewis Hamilton yielding to Charles Leclerc at Austin shows Fred Vasseur established new Ferrari racing rules.
  • Hamilton backed out of a close Turn 1 battle with Leclerc, who went on to finish second ahead of Hamilton in fourth.
  • Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur previously held talks with both drivers regarding team principles after an incident at the Italian GP.
The Story in 60 Seconds

David Comerford argues that Lewis Hamilton yielding to Charles Leclerc at the United States Grand Prix demonstrates a new expectation from Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur. Hamilton attempted an outside pass on Leclerc at Turn 1 before backing off on the run to Turn 2, allowing Leclerc to maintain position and later secure second place while Hamilton finished fourth.

The writer notes that Vasseur previously reminded both drivers of the team's principles following an incident at the Italian Grand Prix. With only eight points separating Hamilton and Leclerc in the standings, Comerford suggests the team now expects the trailing driver to avoid risky moves against their teammate at race starts.

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