Bad news for Ferrari just hours before the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix: Frédéric Vasseur leaves Spielberg and is replaced by Jerome D’Ambrosio.
The Austrian GP weekend starts with a twist for Ferrari: Frédéric Vasseur has returned home for personal reasons, and Jerome D’Ambrosio will step in as his replacement. The news was confirmed on-site by reporters from ScuderiaFans.com and could impact a weekend that had started positively. In just a few hours, Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton will start from second and fourth on the grid.
Just hours from the Austrian Grand Prix, Ferrari’s operations are thrown into uncertainty. Team Principal Frédéric Vasseur, who had reason to be pleased with the improved performance of the SF-25 at Spielberg, has been forced to leave the circuit. In his place, his deputy Jerome D’Ambrosio will take over leadership duties. The news, initially reported by journalists, has now been officially confirmed by Ferrari.
Ferrari’s official statement confirms Fred Vasseur’s absence
The news first circulated in the Spielberg media centre before being confirmed by the Maranello team itself. An official statement read: “Fred will not be at the track today, as he had to return home for personal reasons. Deputy Team Principal Jerome D’Ambrosio will replace him.”
Ferrari’s chances in the Austrian Grand Prix
The upgrade package brought to Austria has revitalized the SF-25. With Mercedes and Red Bull struggling, Ferrari emerges as McLaren’s main rival—despite the latter remaining the favourite. Charles Leclerc will start second, right beside Lando Norris. Just behind them, in fourth place, Lewis Hamilton will try to help Ferrari secure its first double podium of the 2025 season.
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