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Fred Vasseur has said the F1 rules were good for the show but tough for teams as Ferrari found itself on the wrong end of F1’s tight margins.
Fred Vasseur, Ferrari’s team principal, acknowledged the challenges posed by the ground effects regulations in the 2025 Formula 1 season, where Ferrari finished fourth and struggled with the SF-25 car.
Despite having star drivers like Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari faced difficulties due to its underperforming car, which was unable to match up to rivals like McLaren.
Vasseur highlighted the team’s tough start to the season, including a disqualification in China and the subsequent loss of crucial points to competitors, which put Ferrari at a disadvantage early on.
The tight margins in performance among teams under the ground effects regulations led to intense competition and a convergence of solutions, making it challenging for Ferrari to stand out.
Looking ahead to 2026, Vasseur sees the potential for a fresh start and improved competitiveness for Ferrari in the upcoming season.
