Vasseur praises Hamilton and Leclerc for 'professional' Ferrari battle

Ferrari secured third and fourth places at the Chinese Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton earning his first podium for the team after a competitive duel with teammate Charles Leclerc. Team Principal Fred Vasseur praised both drivers for their professional conduct during the intense on-track battle. Vasseur emphasized that he would not implement team orders to freeze positions, noting that such respectful racing is essential for team development. While Ferrari showed competitive pace, the team remains focused on closing the performance gap to Mercedes, with Vasseur noting improvements across all areas, including chassis and tires, rather than just the power unit.