P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The signs were there about Ferrari’s race pace before the 2024 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix. Then Max Verstappen made it possible for Charles Leclerc to show it
The signs were there about Ferrari’s performance at the United States Grand Prix, particularly on the medium tyres. Despite the focus being on Red Bull and McLaren, the red cars showed consistent speed on the medium tyres. Ferrari faced challenges in qualifying due to starting on mediums, but it became valuable during the one-stop race. Norris and Verstappen’s battle allowed Ferrari, especially Leclerc, to take advantage of the situation on track. The controversial decision regarding Norris’ penalty overshadowed Ferrari’s strong performance, particularly with Sainz’s successful undercut on Verstappen. Ferrari’s Monza upgrade proved successful at the challenging track, showcasing its strength despite minor balance issues on softer tyres.
