The already close relationship between Vasseur and Leclerc will not bother Sainz
The Scuderia Ferrari welcomes a new team director for the 2023 season. Frédéric Vasseur is replacing Mattia Binotto. The former Alfa Romeo director has known Charles Leclerc for many years and has built a strong bond with him. This situation does not worry the teammate of the Monegasque driver as the 2023 season approaches.
Charles Leclerc has important ties with Frédéric Vasseur, his new boss. Indeed, the Monegasque driver raced with ART Grand Prix during his ascent in the promotion formulas, and he also made his Formula 1 debut with Sauber, which was then led by Frédéric Vasseur.
A new element
The arrival of the French team director at Ferrari is a true event and brings hope to this team that has made too many mistakes in 2023. Frédéric Vasseur has successfully turned around Sauber, which was losing speed since the beginning of the hybrid era in 2014. The Swiss team finished 6th in the constructors’ championship in 2022 after a fierce battle in the midfield. Carlos Sainz is eager to start this new adventure and has no apprehension regarding the relationship with his new director in relation to his teammate.
« I don’t think I’m starting from scratch. Like I said, I’m confident that I will get along well with him and that he will be happy with me when he sees me working, with my relationship with the team and with Charles. » Declares the Spanish driver to Autosprint.
Carlos Sainz believes that the arrival of the French team manager within his team is excellent news for the 2023 season. According to what I’ve been told and the way I know him, I think he is the ideal person.
This strong bond between Leclerc and Vasseur could even be an asset for the team, according to Carlos Sainz. I believe that his proven relationship with Leclerc will be very helpful for everyone, also to speed up his adaptation here.
