P1racenews AI automatic summary:
By basic measures, Ferrari has regressed once again in Formula 1. But Scott Mitchell-Malm feels Fred Vasseur has put the team on a more positive trajectory after his first year in charge
By traditional measures, Ferrari’s performance in Formula 1 has declined in 2023 compared to the previous year. They didn’t win as many races, earned fewer points, and dropped to third place in the constructors’ championship. This implies that Ferrari’s recent team changes have not been successful, continuing the pattern of unsuccessful leadership transitions in Maranello. There were concerns that new team principal Fred Vasseur would face interference from Ferrari’s hierarchical structure, but these fears appear to be unfounded. Despite the disappointing overall numbers, Vasseur’s Ferrari showed improvement and a better trajectory throughout the season. In the second half of 2023, Ferrari performed better, scoring more points per race, achieving more pole positions and podium finishes, and even winning a race. This demonstrates the team’s ability to react and progress.
