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Ferrari’s Frustration Exposed: Vasseur’s Bold Admission After 17 Races Without Development

David Castro by David Castro
October 19, 2025
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Ferrari’s Frustration Exposed: Vasseur’s Bold Admission After 17 Races Without Development

Formula One F1 - Emilia Romagna Grand Prix - Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari, Imola, Italy - May 17, 2025 Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur is seen at the pitwall ahead of practice REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki

Ferrari’s Frustration: Team Principal Vasseur Takes Blame for Development Stagnation!

In a shocking revelation from the heart of Scuderia Ferrari, team principal Frederic Vasseur has laid bare the team’s anguish after a staggering 17 races without significant car development. The relentless grind of the Formula 1 season has taken its toll, and Vasseur’s candid acknowledgment of the situation raises critical questions about the team’s strategy moving forward.

As the engines roar at the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Ferrari managed to secure promising qualifying positions, with Charles Leclerc clinching third and Lewis Hamilton following closely in fifth. Yet, the team is left with a bittersweet taste in their mouths, as the coveted pole position slipped away by nearly three-tenths of a second. The contrasting performance from the previous Sprint Qualifying, where they finished eighth and tenth, highlighted a noticeable improvement. Vasseur’s mixed emotions were palpable when he stated, “Satisfied? Yes and no. We’ve improved compared to the last races, and that’s satisfying, but I also feel we could have done better, and we were close.”

The Frenchman remains hopeful for the race ahead, drawing on last year’s success where a similar grid placement resulted in a spectacular double podium finish. “Everything is possible,” he asserted, yet the shadow of doubt looms large as he candidly addresses the challenges of overtaking during the race. “We usually have a slightly better race pace than qualifying, which should help us, but following another car makes overtaking very difficult,” he explained, hinting at the tactical maneuvers that might unfold during pit stops.

However, it is Vasseur’s frank admission regarding the psychological burden of halting development too early that stands out. “The goal from here to the end is to win a race, but primarily to secure second place in the championship, even though Mercedes has a slight advantage,” he remarked, clearly frustrated with the team’s current predicament. “It’s a bit frustrating because we stopped developing the current car very early, and perhaps I underestimated the psychological impact of 17 races without any development. It’s heavy for the team, and today’s result is positive because it gives us a little boost,” the team principal concluded.

As Ferrari navigates this tumultuous phase, the pressure is mounting. Will they be able to harness this newfound momentum and break free from the shackles of development stagnation? The upcoming race could be a turning point, but the shadows of uncertainty continue to loom over the iconic team. Fans and critics alike will be watching closely as Ferrari strives to reclaim its glory on the Formula 1 stage.

Tags: 1958-formula-1-seasonCharles LeclercFrédéric VasseurLewis HamiltonScuderia Ferrari
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