Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur was taken to a medical facility on Saturday and will miss qualifying for the Monaco Grand Prix. The team confirmed he is under observation after routine checks on Friday, offering no further health details. Vasseur, who has led the Scuderia since the start of the 2023 season, will not be at the circuit for Saturday’s session.

Ferrari posted a one‑two in both Friday practice sessions, positioning the car as a strong contender on Monte Carlo’s slow‑speed corners. The team has not won a Grand Prix since October 2024, and Lewis Hamilton is chasing his first victory for the Scuderia. Hamilton praised the car’s feel and the crew’s work on set‑up changes.

With Vasseur sidelined, senior engineers will steer the garage through qualifying and race day. The absence tests Ferrari’s ability to adapt without its principal, a factor that could influence the 2026 championship battle. Regardless, the team will launch its Monaco effort, hoping the strong practice pace translates into points.

Ferrari’s medical update underscores the physical demands placed on team leadership during a grueling calendar. While Vasseur recovers, the Scuderia must maintain focus amid media scrutiny, aiming to end its winless streak and keep championship hopes alive.