P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ferrari still feels there is potential in the development path of its botched upgrade
Ferrari will continue down the development path that led to the issues at the Spanish Grand Prix. The team added a new floor to the SF-24 in Barcelona, which increased downforce but caused high-speed porpoising. Despite slipping to fourth in the standings, there have been signs of recovery with Leclerc’s podium finishes and pole positions. Ferrari introduced a new floor upgrade at Monza but hasn’t completely abandoned the failed upgrade’s development. The team’s focus has shifted to managing the bouncing issue while maintaining progress in aerodynamic development. Ferrari’s Monza upgrade wasn’t a ‘special’ for the home race but rather part of the team’s natural development process. Senior performance engineer Jock Clear emphasized the continuous need for rapid development in Formula 1 to stay competitive.
