In a shocking turn of events, Ferrari’s 2024 Formula 1 season has been marred by a severe accident involving their star drivers, Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz. The crash occurred during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where a high-speed collision in the Baku City Circuit’s tight corners left both cars significantly damaged. Thankfully, both drivers emerged unscathed, but the incident has raised serious concerns about the team’s performance and reliability this season.
The accident not only disrupted Ferrari’s race strategy but also compounded a series of disappointments for the storied team. Amidst growing pressure and scrutiny, Ferrari announced the unexpected departures of Leclerc and Sainz from the team. Leclerc, who joined Ferrari in 2019, and Sainz, who arrived in 2021, have both decided to pursue new opportunities in their racing careers.
Ferrari’s team principal, Fred Vasseur, expressed his regret over the departures but acknowledged the drivers’ contributions and wished them success in their future endeavors. As Ferrari looks to rebuild and refocus, the search for new talent to fill the vacated seats has already begun. The team remains hopeful that these changes will mark a turning point in their quest to return to the pinnacle of Formula 1.
