Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has revealed that Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur personally contributed $1 million to secure Esteban Ocon his first Formula 1 seat.
The revelation was made public on November 7, 2026.
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Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has revealed that Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur personally contributed $1 million to secure Esteban Ocon his first Formula 1 seat.
The revelation was made public on November 7, 2026.