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Ferrari "made too many mistakes" for podium fight at F1 Chinese GP
Ferrari, considered the second-best team of the 2024 season, fell short of expectations during the recent Shanghai event. Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz, after initially strong showings in the first four races, qualified sixth and seventh, trailing behind Max Verstappen by six-tenths. Although they managed to finish fourth and fifth by overtaking George Russell and Fernando Alonso, they were outperformed by Lando Norris of McLaren. Team principal Vasseur acknowledged the team’s mistakes in optimizing their package for the challenging Shanghai track, affecting their performance. Ferrari’s struggle with grip and tire compounds during the race, especially on hards, highlighted areas for improvement in their strategy and setup. Despite facing challenges due to the unique track conditions and limited practice time, Vasseur emphasized the importance of maximizing their potential and learning from their experiences for future races.
