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Hamilton's Penalty Shakes Up Ferrari's Italian GP Strategy

9/6/2025

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Ferrari's Fred Vasseur explained why Lewis Hamilton didn't tow Charles Leclerc during Italian GP qualifying.
Hamilton, with a five-place grid penalty, was expected to assist Leclerc's lap time.
Leclerc qualified fourth; Hamilton qualified fifth but will start tenth due to the penalty.
Vasseur prioritized individual pace and tire preparation over team strategies.
Max Verstappen claimed pole position, with McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in second and third.

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Ferrari's Fred Vasseur explained why Lewis Hamilton didn't tow Charles Leclerc during Italian GP qualifying.
Hamilton, with a five-place grid penalty, was expected to assist Leclerc's lap time.
Leclerc qualified fourth; Hamilton qualified fifth but will start tenth due to the penalty.
Vasseur prioritized individual pace and tire preparation over team strategies.
Max Verstappen claimed pole position, with McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in second and third.