Leclerc’s praise for Vasseur did not end there. Later in the session, Leclerc again addressed the rumors about Vasseur’s tenure, as well as the environment and “hype” around the team with Lewis Hamilton’s arrival.

Charles Leclerc hailed Fred Vasseur's “vision” and cold-blooded approach after the Ferrari team principal was handed a new contract following speculation about his future.

Charles Leclerc said it was important for Ferrari to silence rumours around Fred Vasseur's future at the team by announcing a contract extension for the team principal on Thursday.