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Ferrari Sacks Team Principal Over Incompetence Concerns

In a stunning development that has sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 world, Scuderia Ferrari has officially parted ways with Team Principal Frédéric Vasseur, citing ongoing concerns over team performance and leadership inefficiency.

The decision, confirmed by Ferrari late Sunday evening, follows a turbulent season marked by strategic blunders, pit stop errors, and inconsistent race results that have left the iconic Italian team trailing in both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships.

“After a comprehensive internal review, the team has decided to move in a new direction,” Ferrari said in a brief statement. “We thank Frédéric Vasseur for his efforts and wish him the best in his future endeavors.”

Vasseur, who took the reins of Ferrari in early 2023, was brought in with high expectations following a successful stint at Alfa Romeo. However, under his leadership, the Scuderia failed to mount a consistent title challenge, with critics frequently pointing to poor race strategy, driver mismanagement, and a lack of innovation in car development.

The tipping point reportedly came after a series of botched decisions during recent Grand Prix weekends, including a disastrous tire call in Monaco and a double-points loss in Shanghai due to technical non-compliance.

Sources close to the team say that senior Ferrari management had been considering the move for several weeks amid growing pressure from fans, sponsors, and the Italian media.

A temporary leadership structure will be put in place while the search begins for a permanent replacement. Early speculation suggests that former Ferrari engineer and Mercedes strategist James Allison could be a leading candidate for the role.