P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ferrari’s Italian GP upgrade appeared to boost performance, but it is too soon to reach a judgement.
Carlos Sainz is doubtful that Ferrari will have a proper evaluation of its new F1 floor during the Azerbaijan and Singapore Grands Prix due to the unique nature of street tracks and slow corners. Despite introducing a new upgrade package at the Italian GP to address porpoising issues, Sainz believes more data is needed on the new floor to assess its performance. Ferrari has shown progress in recent races, with Leclerc securing pole position in Belgium and winning at Monza, closing the gap to Red Bull in the constructors’ championship. Sainz anticipates a clearer picture of the upgrade’s effectiveness at more traditional tracks like Austin, following the specific challenges of Baku and Singapore. Both Sainz and Leclerc remain cautious about the package’s performance across different circuits, with Leclerc considering McLaren as strong contenders for the remaining season races.
