That brought an end to rumours that Ferrari could look to change their team boss after this season’s downturn in form, chairman John Elkann stressing that “stability” will be key for results going forward, hence the continuation of what he describes as a “very strong relationship” for the team with Vasseur.

Ferrari chairman John Elkann has outlined the reasons for handing team principal Fred Vasseur a contract renewal. Ahead of this weekend’s Hungarian Grand Prix, where Crash.net are on the ground, Ferrari confirmed that Vasseur had been given a new multi-year deal to remain in his position as team principal.

Charles Leclerc has hailed Fred Vasseur’s “vision” and cold-blooded approach after the Ferrari team principal was handed a new contract following speculation about his future.