Villeneuve highlights the importance of drivers pushing their teams to excel, as exemplified by Max Verstappen, Fernando Alonso, and Lewis Hamilton. However, he believes that the Ferrari drivers, including Leclerc, are not fulfilling this role.
Considering Ferrari’s ongoing rebuilding process under the leadership of team boss Fred Vasseur, Villeneuve suggests that what the team needs most from its drivers right now is consistency and a patient approach. Carlos Sainz seems to embody these qualities more effectively, contributing to his better performance this season.