Ferrari bosses: We must improve in Formula 1, we owe it to tifosi

Following reports of internal unrest and speculation surrounding Charles Leclerc’s long-term future with the team, Ferrari Chairman John Elkann used the event on Thursday in Maranello to underline that racing remains central to the company’s identity and purpose.

Elkann said: “Ferrari is unique in three dimensions: tradition, technology, and racing. The perfect combination of these three souls defines it. Racing, a history that began on the track almost 100 years ago, defines who we are. Let me be clear: this is a personal matter. My commitment is as Chairman, as majority shareholder, and, above all, as someone who has lived Ferrari as a lifelong passion.

“I am committed to ensuring that every decision we make strengthens Ferrari’s uniqueness. I am committed to our people, whose talent and dedication are the greatest guarantee for our future. I am committed to our beloved Ferraristi who entrust their dreams to us.

"I am committed to our loyal fans, eager to see us win in Formula 1 as we are winning in Endurance. It is with pride that we took home the trophy after three consecutive victories at Le Mans this year. Forza Ferrari, always," declared Elkann.

Echoing his Chairman’s message, Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna stressed that the Scuderia must translate its recent endurance success into Formula 1 results: “Ferrari’s unique positioning is born from the meeting of heritage, technology and racing.

"The teachings of our founder, his visionary spirit, his desire to redefine the limits of what is possible, combined with a profound sporting soul, still define who we are today and guide our ambitions for the current decade.

“Last time we made a commitment to win in racing. We achieved it with the 499P in Endurance, but in Formula 1 we must improve. We must win because we owe it to our loyal fans around the world,” said Vigna.

The statements come as Ferrari faces growing scrutiny after its share price dropped sharply following the company’s updated electrification strategy and a more conservative revenue outlook.

On the sporting side, the Scuderia’s struggle to match McLaren and Red Bull in the 2025 Formula 1 season has only heightened the sense of urgency within Maranello.

Both Elkann and Vigna’s remarks underline that despite shifting toward a future defined by electrification and new technology, Ferrari’s heartbeat remains in competition, and that Formula 1 success remains the ultimate benchmark for the Prancing Horse.