P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ferrari hasn’t enjoyed the most successful season to date, but McLaren expects it to pose a threat in the second half of the year.
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella believes Ferrari will be a consistent challenger for victories in the second half of the season, despite being the only top-four team yet to win a race this year. Stella praised Ferrari’s recent competitiveness, especially shown by Leclerc’s strong performance at the Hungarian Grand Prix. He expects Ferrari to pose a constant threat for the remainder of the campaign, with strong showings in recent races. Stella also emphasized the need for McLaren to consider both Ferrari and Mercedes as serious contenders in the upcoming rounds, as the season progresses. While McLaren holds a strong position in the standings, Stella acknowledges the looming challenges from both Ferrari and Mercedes, indicating a tight battle ahead in the championship.
