Ferrari’s Team Principal Expresses Satisfaction with Monaco Results and Looks Ahead to Future Races
After securing a second-place finish in Monaco with driver Charles Leclerc, Ferrari’s Team Principal, Frederic Vasseur, expressed his contentment with the team’s performance. Despite initial frustrations after qualifying, where expectations were high following strong practice sessions, Vasseur acknowledged the challenges faced during the race. The team managed to secure a podium position with Leclerc and a top-5 finish with Lewis Hamilton, accumulating a total of 28 points.
Vasseur reflected on the race, stating, “On Thursday, we would have signed for second place. It’s true that after leading all free practice sessions, we expected more, but today we did our job, and it was practically impossible to overtake.” He also highlighted the strategic challenges faced during the race, with McLaren demonstrating superiority and Leclerc facing pressure from Lando Norris.
Looking ahead, Vasseur mentioned that Ferrari would not be introducing any updates for the upcoming race in Montmeló, as teams await the new regulations for the front wing. He emphasized the importance of focusing on self-improvement and understanding the performance dynamics with the new aerodynamic configurations. Vasseur expressed a desire to address strategic issues seen in the Monaco race with other teams, the FIA, and the FOM to enhance the overall racing experience.
As the competition intensifies, Vasseur remains optimistic about Ferrari’s progress and the potential for a reset in performance dynamics with the upcoming changes. With a strategic approach to future races, including the implementation of a new front wing in Barcelona, Ferrari aims to continue its positive trajectory and further optimize its performance on various track layouts.