Below we propose a recent interview with Montezemolo in which he talks about Sebastian and Ferrari.
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Do you think the relationship between Vettel/Ferrari could escalate?
Montezemolo: "I hope - in the interest of Ferrari and Sebastian - no. This could create big problems and become a huge mistake. It has to be done in private, not in front of the media, so the drivers are put in the best possible position to be successful. And you have to take away the drivers' doubts when they don't like something!
In my time, there were difficult moments that had to be discussed with the drivers. I think of Eddie Irvine or Rubens Barrichello. But it's important to clarify this in private. I hope they will do everything to bring the enthusiasm back and treat Sebastian in the best possible way to enable him to succeed again. Sebastian is incredibly important for Ferrari, especially at this moment when Ferrari doesn't have a competitive car. And Ferrari needs two motivated drivers who bring the maximum out of the car. Without question, the car is not competitive.
Sebastian does not feel at home at the moment, if I may put it like that. And the psychological aspect of a driver is fundamental. Certainly he made a mistake at Silverstone on Sunday, that's part of the race. You can understand his anger".
"I hope that everyone in the team will help him to show that he is a champion in his last year [at Ferrari]. Because he is a champion. But I have my doubts whether the car's characteristics match Sebastian's driving style. He hasn't been satisfied since the beginning of the year.
Sebastian is very fast. Sometimes a champion needs a good environment, to show it. In my opinion the decision not to extend with Sebastian was made too early. They should have taken more time [to make a decision]. One of my last actions as the CEO of Ferrari was to bring Sebastian to Ferrari. For me Sebastian is a champion, he is a very good team driver. What do I mean? Like Michael Schumacher: he wins and loses with the team. He works wonderfully in a team. The team needs to give him a lot of trust now, he needs that. Ferrari needs him, needs his points, needs Sebastian".
Do you think both cars are treated equally at Ferrari?
Montezemolo: "I really don't know how everything is handled at the moment. But I hope...I am sure that both drivers are treated equally. I see no reason to treat them any differently. But like I said I don't know".
Image: credits to Motorsport
Source: RTL.de
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