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The most encouraging element from Leclerc's Japanese GP podium

Ferrari Formula 1 team boss Fred Vasseur reckons the Scuderia is heading into the April break with a big morale boost after beating one of the dominant Mercedes cars in Japan. Kimi Antonelli and George Russell had swept the first two races in Australia and China as Mercedes looks to return to its championship winning ways under F1's new regulations. Ferrari has also made a strong start ...

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Ferrari Formula 1 team boss Fred Vasseur reckons the Scuderia is heading into the April break with a big morale boost after beating one of the dominant Mercedes cars in Japan. Kimi Antonelli and George Russell had swept the first two races in Australia and China as Mercedes looks to return to its championship winning ways under F1's new regulations. Ferrari has also made a strong start ...

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  • What changed: Ferrari Formula 1 team boss Fred Vasseur reckons the Scuderia is heading into the April break with a big morale boost after beating one of the dominant Mercedes cars in Japan. Kimi Antonelli and George Russell had swept the first two races in Australia and China as Mercedes looks to return to its championship winning ways under F1's new regulations. Ferrari has also made a strong start .
  • Who it affects: Andrea Kimi Antonelli and Ferrari are the main threads to track.
  • Read next: Start with Andrea Kimi Antonelli or Ferrari archive for more context.

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An internal pressure story that can reshape how a team is led and judged.

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It can influence decision-making, messaging, and pressure around the team across the current F1 picture.

At a glance

Source
Autosport
Drivers
Andrea Kimi Antonelli (2026 Driver Profile), Charles Leclerc (Bio & Records), George Russell (Bio & Records), Kimi Raikkonen (Bio & Records)
Teams
Scuderia Ferrari (History & Technical Path), Mercedes-AMG Petronas (History & Technical Path)

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Source: Autosport

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