Charles Leclerc was pleased to make his way onto the podium in Austin, admitting the second half of the year “hasn’t been easy” amid “completely unfounded” rumours surrounding Ferrari.

Ferrari chairman John Elkann issued public backing of team principal Fred Vasseur ahead of the United States Grand Prix, amid reports of former Red Bull boss, Christian Horner, being linked with the team.

Charles Leclerc: Rumours around Ferrari ‘completely unfounded’

Vasseur appeared to address rumours surrounding his future, despite signing a new multi-year contract earlier this season, by saying in Austin that Elkann’s assurance was more for a “third party” rather than himself.

Questions around the team boss have been asked to the Ferrari drivers too, with pressure around the Scuderia always high.

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