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Ferrari Formula 1 boss Fred Vasseur believes the Bahrain Grand Prix demonstrated that the team has halved the deficit to
At the 2024 season-opener, Red Bull continued their success from the previous term, with Max Verstappen achieving a Grand Slam and leading Sergio Perez to a 1-2 finish. Despite Carlos Sainz finishing third, highlighting Ferrari’s progress, there were some setbacks such as brake temperature issues on the other car. Team principal Vasseur praised Leclerc’s fourth-place finish but acknowledged the need to address the brake problem. Vasseur emphasized the positive aspects of Ferrari’s performance, such as narrowing the gap with Red Bull, while also acknowledging the need for improvement and addressing issues faced during the weekend. He expressed optimism about Ferrari’s development plan and the improvements made with the SF-24 challenger, focusing on the team’s strengths and areas for improvement without fixating solely on Red Bull. Ferrari’s aim is to continue refining their performance and addressing challenges to stay competitive throughout the season.
