Ferrari Fallout Follows Hamilton and Leclerc's Mexico City Start Clash
Formula 1·November 6, 2026

Ferrari is dealing with the fallout from a controversial opening lap at the Mexico City Grand Prix, in which its two drivers, Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, were involved in the same incident.
Craig Slater's explainer sets out what has followed the clash, looking at how the situation has played out for the team since the race. Contact between teammates at the start of a race is always closely watched, and an incident involving both of Ferrari's drivers puts the team's internal dynamics under scrutiny.
The piece is a useful starting point for anyone who followed the race and wants to know where things stand inside the Maranello camp. For the full breakdown of the aftermath, read Slater's explainer.
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