Horner a distraction for Ferrari says Vasseur
Summary
Ferrari’s team principal Frederic Vasseur said Christian Horner, former Red Bull team principal, is distracting the Ferrari team by openly seeking new jobs, including suggesting he would want to work for Ferrari. Vasseur expressed frustration at the focus on Horner instead of Ferrari’s racing performance, especially after their recent race in Azerbaijan.Key Facts
- Christian Horner was fired as Red Bull team principal in July 2025 after allegations against him, which were dismissed after investigations.
- Horner said in an interview he would work for Ferrari without needing a share in the team and called it his "dream."
- Ferrari’s team boss Frederic Vasseur said Horner’s comments distracted the team and media from focusing on racing.
- Ferrari is currently fighting for third place in the Formula 1 championship this season.
- Ferrari has a strong car in corners but its engine is weaker than Mercedes and Red Bull, causing problems on long straight tracks like Baku.
- Charles Leclerc finished fourth, and Lewis Hamilton finished sixth at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
- Vasseur said he is committed to improving Ferrari's performance for the rest of the season.
- Ferrari has not won the F1 world championship since 2008 and has often struggled to have a fully competitive car since then.
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