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Ferrari has already claimed a race win in 2024 and is looking increasingly closer to Red Bull, a great improvement from its form last year.
Ferrari’s chief executive Benedetto Vigna has warned the team that despite a strong start in the 2024 season, there is still work to be done. The team has shown significant improvement in areas like tyre management and strategy execution. Ferrari has scored double the points compared to last year after the same number of races, including five podium finishes and a victory in Australia. Vigna emphasizes that while they’ve started better than last year, they must remain vigilant as forms can change quickly in competition. Driver Carlos Sainz’s victory in Australia after an appendectomy, along with strong performances in Bahrain and Japan, have boosted team morale. The SF24’s performance at Suzuka highlighted its strengths, with Ferrari reducing its deficit to Red Bull compared to 2023. Sainz expressed satisfaction with the team’s progress, especially in race pace and strategic flexibility, allowing for more enjoyable racing experiences.
