Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur has provided insight into the strategic blunder that cost Charles Leclerc valuable time during the British Grand Prix. Vasseur attributed the decision to pit Leclerc for Intermediate tyres to the driver’s track position, as the team gambled on impending rain. However, the track conditions did not deteriorate as expected, leading to a significant loss of time for Leclerc. Vasseur defended the team’s aggressive strategy, but acknowledged that the call was ultimately the wrong one.
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Ferrari Formula 1 team principal Frederic Vasseur has dismissed claims that the Scuderia has been outdeveloped by its Formula 1 rivals, following a subpar showing at the Spanish Grand Prix. Vasseur emphasized that Ferrari’s development is focused on incremental steps, and it may take several rounds to unlock the true potential of upgrades.
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur has urged his team to remain calm despite a lackluster performance in the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix, attributing the issue to track characteristics rather than a significant decline in competitiveness. The Prancing Horse remains confident in its ability to adapt and respond to the ever-changing Formula 1 environment.
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur has rubbished claims that the arrival of Lewis Hamilton alongside Charles Leclerc could hinder the Italian marque’s Formula 1 title chances, citing the mutual benefits of having two strong drivers pushing each other to perform at their best.
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur has emphasized that the Italian marque will maintain its current approach despite suffering a torrid weekend in Formula 1’s Canadian Grand Prix. The team’s dominant performance in Monaco had pegged them as favorites in Montreal, but they struggled with tyre temperature and suffered a double Q2 elimination. Vasseur reflected on whether Ferrari’s nightmare showing at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve represented the worst since he replaced Mattia Binotto at the helm in late 2022, stating that the team will encounter more setbacks but they will not change their working practices.