Lewis Hamilton has expressed strong support for Ferrari Team Principal Frédéric Vasseur, whose position remains officially unconfirmed as the 2025 Formula 1 season reaches its halfway point.
In an interview, the seven-time world champion reportedly said that he believed Vasseur was the right person to lead Ferrari back to the top. He explained that this was one of the main reasons why he was working hard to support him and help implement the many changes the team still required.
Hamilton’s latest comments followed similar praise he had shared less than a month earlier, ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix. At the time, he had stated that he enjoyed working with Vasseur and had described him as the main reason for his move to Maranello. He had also confirmed that they were eager to move forward together and insisted that Vasseur had his full backing. Hamilton had acknowledged that since it was Vasseur who had brought him to Ferrari, he felt he owed him a great deal.
Reflecting on his early months with Ferrari, Hamilton had remarked that joining a new team offered a fresh perspective. He had noted how striking the size and internal structure of the organisation was and pointed out that someone new could often more easily identify both the strengths and the flaws that longtime team members might overlook.
Vasseur, who was appointed in early 2023 after Mattia Binotto’s departure, has yet to receive a formal extension or public vote of confidence from Ferrari’s top management, fuelling speculation about his future. In a high-stakes environment like Maranello, where results are paramount and leadership stability is often short-lived, such ambiguity is not uncommon—but still causes concern.
Hamilton’s remarks appear to signal his long-term commitment to Ferrari’s rebuilding process and highlight his trust in Vasseur’s leadership. Given Hamilton’s experience and success in the sport, his endorsement carries significant weight.
Under Vasseur’s guidance, Ferrari has shown signs of improvement this season, particularly in qualifying pace and strategic execution—two areas where the team had struggled in recent years. Despite an inconsistent run of results in the first half of the season, there are indications that the team is on a more solid path.
However, Hamilton also seemed to acknowledge that the journey back to regular title contention would not be easy. He indicated that many internal changes were still necessary and that rebuilding such a complex operation required time and cooperation at all levels.
Whether Ferrari’s senior leadership will confirm Vasseur’s position for the coming seasons remains unclear. However, Hamilton’s repeated praise suggests he views Vasseur as an essential figure in Ferrari’s future success and that he is determined to play a part in that vision.
