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Former Ferrari race engineer Rob Smedley has branded the Scuderia’s performance at the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix as “soul-destroying” after failing to improve performance despite a high number of upgrades.
Former Ferrari race engineer Rob Smedley expressed disappointment over the Scuderia’s performance at the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, calling it “soul-destroying” due to the lack of improvement despite numerous upgrades. Ferrari arrived in Miami with 11 upgrades for its SF-26 car, but Lewis Hamilton finished sixth and Charles Leclerc initially placed eighth (later moved to sixth after a post-race penalty), not meeting expectations. This setback followed Ferrari’s promising start to the season, scoring three podiums in the first three races. However, with McLaren and Red Bull making strides, Ferrari’s struggles have become more apparent. Smedley highlighted the importance of technical accuracy and performance correlation, emphasizing the need for effective analysis and development processes. As Ferrari prepares for the upcoming race in Montreal, the team aims to bounce back from their Miami disappointment and regain momentum on the track.
