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Ferrari has suggested that spurning “80 or 90 points” to McLaren with the team’s mid-season struggles cost it the F1 title more than missing car pace in 2024.
Ferrari outperformed McLaren at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, but fell short of closing the 21-point gap for the championship win. Despite this, Ferrari’s participation in a title showdown after almost a decade was a positive development under Frederic Vasseur. Vasseur emphasized the need for Ferrari to maximize their points in the future, following improvements in victories, podiums, and overall points in the recent season. The team’s progression was evident, although finishing 14 points behind in the championship left Vasseur feeling bittersweet. Ferrari faced challenges with their car’s performance across the season but managed a notable recovery with strategic upgrades, ultimately competing for wins towards the end. Vasseur remains optimistic about Ferrari’s growth and is proud of the team’s resilience throughout the ups and downs of the season.
