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Ferrari Team Principal Frederic Vasseur believes testing has proven the side has been successful with its ambition to assemble a
Vasseur acknowledged that Ferrari had anticipated a challenging start to the previous season due to negative signs in simulations, with the SF-23 proving to be problematic and sensitive to wind. For the 2024 season, Ferrari has introduced a completely revamped car concept to offer their drivers a more competitive and user-friendly vehicle. Charles Leclerc expressed confidence in the new SF-24 challenger, stating that it has resolved the issues faced in the past term. Vasseur, after pre-season testing in Bahrain, was optimistic about Ferrari’s progress, highlighting the successful development of a predictable and easy-to-drive car as a primary goal. Despite Leclerc setting the fastest lap on the final day and Sainz holding the benchmark time, Vasseur remains cautious until the start of the season to verify Ferrari’s performance against other teams. He expects close competition at the top and eagerly anticipates the challenges ahead in the upcoming races.
