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Charles Leclerc is optimistic that Ferrari “seeing a lot of gains” from upgrades will make an F1 title challenge in 2025 a realistic prospect.
Under Frederic Vasseur’s leadership, Ferrari has had a successful campaign in the second term, currently ranking third in the Constructors’ Championship with three wins. The redesigned SF-24 has rectified the issues of its previous model, resulting in a more competitive car. However, a series of setbacks followed after closing to 24 points behind Red Bull. Despite facing challenges with developments, Leclerc managed to achieve victories in Monaco and Monza, expressing that the season has been an emotional rollercoaster for him. Ferrari’s performance fluctuated throughout the season, experiencing highs and lows, but the team is optimistic about future improvements with their newest floor design and potential for the upcoming seasons. Leclerc is eagerly anticipating the challenge of competing against Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari as the team aims to continuously evolve and optimize their performance.
