P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Whilst it’s Max Verstappen on pole position for the 2024 F1 Bahrain Grand Prix, it’s not all lost for Ferrari who have made significant progress.
As expected, Max Verstappen and Red Bull secured pole position at the Bahrain Grand Prix qualifying, with Ferrari narrowly missing out by two-tenths of a second. Despite Leclerc starting in second, Ferrari remains hopeful for the Bahrain GP, as indicated by our technical analyst’s study of the RB20 and SF-24. The performance differences between the two cars, highlighted during qualifying, point to Ferrari’s strengths in acceleration and cornering compared to Red Bull’s efficiency in certain sectors. The new front and rear suspension of the SF-24 have enhanced its agility and stability, giving Leclerc and Sainz an advantage in cornering precision. While Ferrari’s gap to Red Bull is minimal in reality, the team’s race pace suggests they are still strong contenders for victory in Bahrain. Fans can keep track of the F1 season with the convenient 2024 F1 calendar available for download.
