The F1 world is in turmoil after Lewis Hamilton leaked internal evidence, accusing Ferrari of secretly negotiating with former Red Bull boss Christian Horner over a plan to fire Fred Vasseur before the 2026 season. “It’s like a stab in the back,” the secret behind the implosion of the F1 world has been revealed…
The Formula 1 world is in turmoil following the explosive leak of documents attributed to Lewis Hamilton, revealing an alleged secret agreement between Ferrari and Christian Horner. According to sources close to the British driver, the internal files Hamilton allegedly discovered show discussions between Ferrari executives and the former Red Bull boss regarding a plan to replace Fred Vasseur before the 2026 season. The information, first reported by Racing Europe , immediately caused a stir in the paddock.
For Hamilton, who arrived at Ferrari with the promise of a fresh start after more than a decade at Mercedes, the discovery was said to have come as a real shock. “It’s like a stab in the back,” a close friend of the seven-time world champion reportedly confided. The Briton, who has always championed a vision of unity and transparency within teams, reportedly felt betrayed by a management team that, he believes, is already preparing to oust the man who convinced him to join Maranello: Fred Vasseur.
Ferrari, for its part, categorically denies any negotiations with Horner. In a statement released this morning, the Italian team stated that “no official or unofficial contact has taken place with Christian Horner” and denounced “malicious rumors aimed at destabilizing the team.” However, speculation continues to swell, fueled by screenshots of emails and internal notes allegedly exchanged between Ferrari representatives and Horner’s entourage.
Horner, who remains at Red Bull but has been under pressure for several months due to internal controversies, declined to comment on the matter. However, several observers note that the prospect of him joining Ferrari is not entirely unlikely, given the current tensions between him and the Red Bull board.
Meanwhile, Fred Vasseur has remained seemingly calm. Interviewed by La Gazzetta dello Sport , he simply stated: “I’m concentrating on my work. Rumors never win races.” But inside the paddock, the situation appears far more fragile than he lets on. Members of the technical team have reportedly expressed concern about the stability of management, with some even fearing a new “clan war” at Maranello, similar to those that marked Ferrari’s most tumultuous years.
Hamilton, meanwhile, posted a cryptic message on his social media: “Sometimes the truth is faster than light.” This message, interpreted by many as indirect confirmation of the leak, set social media ablaze and triggered an avalanche of reactions among fans.
If the evidence proves to be true, this scandal could well be one of the most serious in recent F1 history. In a sport where loyalty and strategy often intertwine with politics, the line between ambition and betrayal has never seemed thinner. One thing is certain: at Maranello, racing is no longer just about the track.
