Ferrari bosses must step in after Lewis Hamilton-Charles Leclerc Monza clash, says former driver
Former F1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya has urged Ferrari management to intervene following a collision between Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc at the Italian Grand Prix. The incident, which occurred during a difficult race for the team, has prompted calls for better internal communication and driver discipline.
Why it matters
Internal team friction at a high-profile organization like Ferrari can significantly impact championship standings and team morale.
Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya believes Ferrari's senior management must step in and establish clear driver boundaries following a difficult Italian Grand Prix that involved a clash between Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc on the opening lap.
The Maranello outfit endured a miserable home race at Monza in round 13 of the 2026 championship, watching Mercedes secure a 1-2 finish led by Kimi Antonelli's impressive charge from 19th on the grid.
Ferrari's afternoon unravelled almost immediately when Hamilton dived down the inside of Leclerc into Turn 1 and then went around the outside of Turn 2. While Leclerc held his line, the seven-time champion went into the gravel and dropped down to 10th.
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