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Red Bull’s F1 advantage may be wiped away by Ferrari upgrades, says Sainz
Ferrari has emerged as Red Bull’s closest competitor this season, with Carlos Sainz winning the Australian Grand Prix besides Max Verstappen. Red Bull’s recent dominant performance in Japan indicates they are the favorites for the championship. Sainz has hinted at major developments in Ferrari’s SF-24 that could challenge Red Bull further. Despite Verstappen’s lead narrowing, Sainz believes Ferrari’s advancements could lead to an intriguing battle later in the season. Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur acknowledges Red Bull’s advantage but remains optimistic about Ferrari’s progress and their ability to compete. Vasseur emphasizes the importance of humility in the tight competition behind Red Bull, highlighting the unpredictability of Formula 1 races.
