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Ferrari is being hampered by a lift and coast issue it’s hoping imminent upgrades will fix – as Rosario Giuliana explains
The 2025 Formula 1 season has presented significant challenges for Ferrari, with the SF-25 car showing inconsistent performance and limited potential.
Ferrari has made the strategic decision to shift focus towards developing the 2026 car, adhering to new technical and aerodynamic regulations, while still working to improve the SF-25’s competitiveness in the short term.
The team’s engineers are actively addressing the SF-25’s flaws, aiming to enhance its strengths, especially in qualifying and crucial race moments.
A key limitation of the SF-25 has been the need for lift and coast techniques during races, impacting the car’s performance and driver’s abilities.
Ferrari has planned technical updates to reduce reliance on lift and coast, improve race strategy, and enhance overall car balance for upcoming races.
