P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The basis of the large evolutionary package on the Ferrari is the improved management of the flows that touch the bodywork, with completely revised heat dissipation, as well as the flow pattern between the sides and the floor.
The SF-24 evo package passed the test at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix with Charles Leclerc setting the pace in both free practice sessions and demonstrating strong race pace. The team focused on validating updates and assessing the correlation between simulated and real data. Despite intense wind gusts, the SF-24 maintained dynamic balance and performed well on the track. Improved traction on corner exits was a highlight compared to the previous version, while the rival Red Bull RB20 faced challenges with downforce adjustments impacting corner entry and exit speeds. The engineers of the Red Bull team plan a back-to-back test between configurations to optimize aerodynamic efficiency and traction. Ferrari’s non-invasive but profound changes in air flow management enhanced the SF-24’s dynamic balance without major layout alterations, showcasing precision engineering in aerodynamics.
