Hamilton backs Vasseur as he "loves working with Fred"

Seven-time F1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has backed Ferrari team boss Fred Vasseur, claiming that the Frenchman was "the main reason I’m in this team."

Following a successful end to their 2024 F1 season, Ferrari had been expected to contend for titles this season. However, the Italian team has endured a hugely disappointing start to the 2025 campaign despite signing Lewis Hamilton to partner Charles Leclerc.

Ahead of last weekend's Canadian Grand Prix, reports in Italy claimed that Vasseur's position was under threat, suggesting that the Frenchman might lose his position at the end of the current season.

Vasseur himself then offered his take, explaining that the talk is "disrespectful" and "very harsh" and it might have a negative effect on the Italian team as it can destabilize the Maranello-based squad.

Asked to comment on the situation, seven-time F1 champion Lewis Hamilton reckoned that he stood firmly behind the Frenchman who was "the main reason" that he joined the Scuderia a year ago.

“Firstly, I love working with Fred. Fred’s the main reason I’m in this team and got the opportunity to be here, which I’m forever grateful for.”

“And we’re in this together. We’re working hard in the background. Things aren’t perfect, but… I want Fred here. I do believe Fred is the person to take us to the top.”