VASSEUR ADMITS BIG FERRARI DISTRACTION ISSUE

Original: Vasseur admits 'big issue' with Ferrari distractions

Frederic Vasseur acknowledges that external "noise" and distractions surrounding Ferrari represent a significant challenge for the team's performance.

Frederic Vasseur says the "noise" surrounding Ferrari is a "big issue" for the team, admitting their release of a statement earlier this week reiterating the Italian outfit's faith in him had become "mandatory".