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Ferrari have reportedly made big strides with the development of their 2024 F1 car, according to Italian media.
According to Corriere dello Sport, simulations indicate that Ferrari has gained around seven tenths of a second in lap time with their 2024 challenger. The unveiling of Ferrari’s 2024 car is set for February 13, just before pre-season testing begins in Bahrain. The focus for Ferrari in the upcoming season revolves around the contract situations of their current drivers, Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz. While Leclerc has reportedly agreed to a new deal, Sainz is also eager to secure a contract renewal. Ferrari’s goal for the new season is to end their lengthy championship drought, as their last success in Formula 1 dates back to 2008. Despite narrowly missing out on second place in the constructors’ standings to Mercedes, Ferrari’s Sainz emerged as the only non-Red Bull driver to win a race in 2023. However, Ferrari still has a significant gap to bridge in order to challenge the reigning world champions, Red Bull, who finished a remarkable 454 points ahead last season.
