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Ferrari thinks its terrible Qatar Grand Prix went well beyond a lack of development having pulled it back towards improved midfield Formula 1 rivals
After a disappointing Qatar Grand Prix, Ferrari believes that the struggles on the Lusail track were due to set-up issues caused by unusually high tyre pressures, rather than just a lack of development.
Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton both had a tough weekend, with Leclerc managing only a few points in the main race and Hamilton finishing 17th and 12th in the races.
Ferrari openly admitted that turning off aero upgrades had allowed rivals to catch up, and Hamilton emphasized the team’s lack of development compared to others on the grid.
The team faced challenges dealing with the raised tyre pressures imposed by Pirelli for the Qatar Grand Prix, affecting their car’s balance and performance.
Despite recent strong performances in races like Mexico and Brazil, Ferrari knows they must address these issues to finish the challenging 2025 season on a positive note.
