Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur has conceded that Lewis Hamilton's Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix disqualification triggered its early-season troubles, admitting:

Fred Vasseur has acknowledged that he and Lewis Hamilton “underestimated” the challenge of being successful in the Briton’s first year at Ferrari. Seven-time F1 world champion Hamilton moved to the Scuderia in the off-season after 12 years and six titles with Mercedes.

Ferrari should consider bringing back Carlos Sainz into the team should it split with Lewis Hamilton after this season, according to former Formula 1 driver Johnny Herbert.