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Ferrari boss Frederic Vasseur has admitted the Qatar Grand Prix will prove to be a decisive race in determining the team’s F1 championship prospects in 2024.
Ferrari’s consecutive wins in the United States and Brazil have raised hopes for ending their title drought dating back to 2008. With Ferrari now closer to McLaren in the standings, the upcoming race in Qatar presents a challenge due to the circuit’s high-speed corners. Despite this, team boss Vasseur believes Ferrari’s recent performance in Mexico shows they can surprise again. Senior Performance Engineer Jock Clear refutes claims of a weakness in high-speed corners, highlighting Ferrari’s strategic focus on slow-speed competitiveness. The team’s ability to make strategic choices based on each circuit’s characteristics gives them confidence going into the final races.
