Hamilton Calls for Talks After Mexico Incident

Lewis Hamilton called for 'serious talks' at Ferrari after a collision with Charles Leclerc during the Mexico City Grand Prix. The incident occurred on the opening lap, with Leclerc attacking Hamilton around the outside of Turn 4.

The stewards penalized Leclerc with a five-second time penalty, which allowed Max Verstappen to overtake him during the pit stop phase. Verstappen went on to win the race, while Hamilton finished second and Leclerc came in fourth.

Hamilton stated that the incident cost the team valuable points and that the team had the pace to secure a one-two finish. He emphasized the need for internal discussions to address the issue, though he was unsure how to proceed.

Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur suggested that the incident was a matter of respect, stating that drivers should prioritize the team over individual goals. He highlighted the importance of working for sponsors and the 2,000 employees of the company.

Hamilton and Leclerc have had several confrontations since becoming Ferrari teammates in 2025, including an incident at the Italian Grand Prix where Hamilton accused Ferrari of having 'no rules.' He reiterated that something needs to change for the team's benefit.

Martin Brundle of Sky Sports F1 noted that the incident was not pretty for Ferrari, comparing it to past team clashes. He suggested that while drivers are measured individually, the team's reputation is also affected by such incidents.