After Mexico City, the debate over how Ferrari's drivers should race each other is back, and it's getting louder.
Another Grand Prix weekend, another round of questions around Maranello. After Mexico City, one topic keeps surfacing: does Ferrari need a clear set of rules for how its two drivers race each other?
It's an old Formula 1 dilemma. Teams want to protect their points, avoid costly collisions and keep the garage united. But drivers are wired to fight, and no one reaches the sport's top tier by politely waving a teammate through. The challenge is drawing a line that keeps the competitive fire alive without handing rivals a gift.
Ferrari's situation is especially charged. The team carries the weight of a massive global fanbase and decades of expectation, so every strategy call and every on-track moment between its drivers is scrutinised. Fans want to know who gets priority, when team orders apply and whether those decisions are consistent from race to race.
The case for firm ground rules is simple: clarity reduces confusion and protects the team in the heat of a race. The case against is just as strong, because over-managing drivers can blunt their instincts and breed resentment. Where Ferrari lands on that balance could shape the rest of the season, and the questions aren't going away until they give a convincing answer on track.
