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Ferrari boss Frederic Vasseur has urged caution over the team’s 2024 Formula 1 title chances as he expects Red Bull to bounce back stronger from its Monaco woes. Red Bull opened the current campaign with four victories from the opening five races and three 1-2 finishes to maintain its record dominance with ground effect cars. […]
Red Bull started the season strong with four wins in the first five races and three 1-2 finishes, showcasing their dominance with ground effect cars. However, McLaren and Ferrari have narrowed the gap by securing victories in Miami and Monaco, making the championship race more competitive. Despite Red Bull’s struggle in Monaco, the gap is now only 24 points, with Max Verstappen acknowledging their weaknesses on bumpy tracks. Team boss Vasseur dismissed the idea that Red Bull underestimated their competition, emphasizing the need to keep pushing for success. Vasseur also sees McLaren as a serious contender in the championship battle and remains focused on improving his team’s performance without fixating on specific rivals.