P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Frederic Vasseur took charge of Ferrari at the start of 2023, but his true impact will only begin to be felt in the coming season.
After Stefano Domenicali abruptly resigned following the 2014 Bahrain Grand Prix due to Ferrari’s poor start in the turbo hybrid era, the team underwent a series of changes in leadership. Three Team Principals took charge within six seasons, with Maurizio Arrivabene coming close to title success with Sebastian Vettel but falling short. In 2019, Mattia Binotto was promoted to the top job, only to be replaced by Frederic Vasseur after the 2022 season. Vasseur, known for his racing background, took a methodical approach in evaluating Ferrari’s culture and making gradual changes to improve performance. Despite facing challenges in turning around the team’s working ways, Vasseur’s efforts began to show progress in positioning Ferrari as a strong contender against Red Bull during 2023. Through strategic upgrades and focused work on set-ups, Ferrari made significant strides under Vasseur’s leadership, narrowly missing out on overtaking Mercedes in the Constructors’ Championship. Vasseur’s approach prioritized evaluation and implementation, recognizing that change in a top F1 team like Ferrari takes time and meticulous strategy.
