Ferrari F1 boss HITS BACK at critics over Hamilton decision

Despite Sainz himself previously admitting he understood the team’s decision to bring Hamilton in, some have questioned whether the team are making an upgrade.This rhetoric was louder when Hamilton struggled earlier in the campaign, though his recent resurgence has quietened dissenters.Fred Vasseur is looking forward to teaming up with Lewis Hamilton at FerrariHamilton win at this year’s British GP was his first since 2021Speaking to Sky Italia after Hamilton’s controversial victory in Belgium, the Ferrari team principal highlighted that despite some previously claiming the 105-time race winner was past his best, he still has plenty to offer.“We certainly know the positive aspects of Lewis’ arrival, such as his great experience,” Vasseur said.“Everyone since the beginning of the season has said that Russell is faster than him, but at the moment he is the one who has brought more points to Mercedes.”So in terms of efficiency I think he is a good point of reference.”