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Charles Leclerc has denied that Ferrari has a “tendency to struggle with development” in Formula 1 amid the team’s drop in competitiveness across the 2024 season. Ferrari began the campaign as Red Bull’s closest challenger with a revamped SF-24 car which eradicated the recalcitrant characteristics that plagued its predecessor. However, Ferrari has been unable to […]
Ferrari started the season strong as Red Bull’s main competitor with an improved SF-24 car, but faced setbacks in development, falling behind McLaren and Mercedes. The team introduced significant updates at the Spanish Grand Prix, but encountered issues with a revised floor that increased bouncing. Charles Leclerc believes the team does not have a development problem but is struggling with recent setbacks. Ferrari plans to introduce more upgrades in upcoming races to regain competitiveness and address performance issues. Leclerc acknowledges the team’s challenges but remains focused on maximizing points until upgrades can elevate Ferrari’s position in the championship.