P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Vasseur: Japan F1 Ferrari upgrade left Leclerc in "much better shape"
“Ferrari introduced a new floor to improve aerodynamic efficiency at the Suzuka race in September. The changes included modifications to various parts of the car, allowing Charles Leclerc to feel more comfortable and perform better in the SF-23. Although the upgrade didn’t lead to a significant increase in lap time, it enabled Leclerc to push harder and achieve three podium finishes and three pole positions in the final five race weekends. The team principal, Frederic Vasseur, acknowledged the positive impact of the upgrade on Leclerc’s performance. However, Vasseur emphasized that the competition in Formula 1 is extremely close, with small details and tenths of seconds separating the top teams. He believes that consistency and accepting the ups and downs are crucial in this sport, as missing one corner can result in being eliminated in the early qualifying stages.”
