Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc resolve Mexico row ahead of Sao Paulo race
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc held talks in Brazil on Thursday to settle their dispute following the opening lap incident at the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Drivers agree to move forward
Hamilton told Sky Sports F1 that he and Leclerc sat down to speak about the issue. The pair stated they have squashed the tension between them regarding the previous race. They confirmed they are now ready to work together for the upcoming event.
Team principal discusses engagement rules
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur joined the discussion with both drivers on Thursday night. Reports indicate that Vasseur was reluctant to introduce new rules of engagement between teammates. The group decided against formalizing specific combat rules during these conversations.
Hamilton starts from back of grid
Hamilton will start Sunday's Sao Paulo Grand Prix from the rear of the starting order. This position results from a penalty for using two new power units during qualifying. The race takes place at Interlagos on Sunday afternoon.
2 outlets, different leads
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Sky Sports
'We squashed it' - Hamilton reveals details of talks with Leclerc after fall out
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South China Morning Post
Hamilton says tension with Ferrari teammate Leclerc ‘squashed’ after clear-the-air talks
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