Ferrari defend Hamilton despite early struggles: 'He's helping Leclerc too'

It hasn't been the easiest start to 2025 for Ferrari. After four rounds, the iconic Maranello- based team sit in fourth place in the constructors championship on 57 points. Leaders McLaren already have tallied up 151 points.

It's fair to say that Ferrari are on the back foot after four rounds and a sprint. Their highlight of the season came on Saturday in China, when lewis hamilton secured sprint victory after scoring a notable sprint pole position.

In the team principals press conference in Saudi Arabia, Vasseur was asked about the collaboration between his two drivers, and whether or not Hamilton has been learning more from Charles Leclerc. The Frenchman stressed that it's still 50/50 in the red garage.

"No. I’ve had a couple of teammates – two drivers – in my life in a team, and you always have positive collaboration," he began. 

Seven time world champion Hamilton struggled in the final free practice session at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. The Brit finished 12th, whilst teammate Leclerc put his Ferrari in fifth place.

The Italian team will doubtlessly be hoping for a positive qualifying session this afternoon in Saudi Arabia.