Kathrine Frich
Ferrari’s return to Monaco should’ve been a nostalgic homecoming.
Ferrari’s return to Monaco should’ve been a nostalgic homecoming.
Badge Change for Monaco GP
Instead, it’s been met with a wave of backlash, all thanks to a controversial redesign of the team’s iconic crest.
For the first time ever, the legendary Prancing Horse isn’t wearing its classic colors.
The Red Turns Blue and Fans See Red
To celebrate the Monaco GP, Ferrari’s cars and suits are going blue and white. a tribute to past Monegasque designs. But the drama isn’t about the livery.
This time, it’s about the logo. The team has swapped its classic yellow shield for a new crest in matching blue and white.
Tifosi Erupt Over ‘Sponsorship Disguise’
Fans have taken to social media to vent: “Is there a good reason why the HP logo appears twice?” and “In F1, HP used to mean horsepower. Not anymore…”
Critics claim the new logo suspiciously mirrors the colors of main sponsor HP, sparking accusations of corporate overreach.
A First for Ferrari and Not in a Good Way
Even during past special liveries, from Miami to Mugello, Ferrari never altered the crest.
But this weekend, the team has broken tradition. For loyal Tifosi, it feels like a step too far, compromising heritage for branding.
Charles Leclerc’s Monaco Homecoming Gets Complicated
The change comes as Monegasque driver Charles Leclerc prepares for his home Grand Prix in a custom blue-and-white suit.
While fans are excited to see him race, the logo uproar has cast a shadow over Ferrari’s celebrations.
Even Leclerc admits: “Monaco exposes quite a few weaknesses in our car.”
Ferrari’s Season Already Under Fire
Ferrari came into 2025 tipped to challenge McLaren, but things haven’t gone to plan.
The team underperformed at Imola, failing to make it past Q2 and finishing behind both Aston Martins. Expectations for Monaco are low, and now fan sentiment is even lower.
Symbolism vs Sponsorship: Where’s the Line?
The updated logo may be temporary, but for many fans, it’s symbolic of a deeper frustration:
The fear that Formula 1’s most historic team is losing its soul to sponsor money. Whether intentional or not, the HP color match has added fuel to the fire.