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Ferrari has revealed more about how ride-height concerns prompted by its disqualification from the Chinese Grand Prix have overshadowed its season and cost it ground against its F1 rivals
Ferrari’s season has been overshadowed by ride height concerns following their disqualification from the Chinese Grand Prix, impacting their performance against Formula 1 rivals.
The team began the 2025 season as title contenders but faced a setback with double disqualifications in Shanghai due to plank and weight issues on Hamilton’s and Leclerc’s cars respectively.
Ferrari had to adjust their ride height to prevent further violations, leading to decreased performance and distraction from critical areas.
Team principal Fred Vasseur highlighted the importance of maintaining focus and attention to detail, pointing out the impact on grid positions and overall performance.
The need to address ride height issues diverted attention from important aspects like tyre management and on-track strategies, affecting their competitiveness against McLaren.
Vasseur emphasized the significance of small details in F1, citing Leclerc’s pole position in Hungary as an example of how meticulous preparation can make a difference in such a tightly contested field.
