As Formula 1 prepares for the tenth round of the 2024 season, the upcoming Spanish GP is generating excitement among fans. This race is expected to level the playing field for the teams, especially the main contenders – Red Bull, McLaren, and Ferrari. These teams have experienced fluctuations in their performance in recent races, with Mercedes also entering the competition after securing pole position in Canada. The eight-time F1 Constructors’ champions are eager to showcase their speed in Barcelona.
The Barcelona circuit leaves no room for teams to hide, as it is a track that both teams and drivers are familiar with. A strong F1 car that performs well on this track is likely to have excellent overall performance.
After their victory in Monaco and subsequent setback in the Canadian GP, Ferrari is determined to regain their competitiveness in Barcelona. Fred Vasseur, team principal, expressed his optimism about their performance in the Ferrari race preview. He stated, “The Spanish Grand Prix should see us return to being competitive, maintaining the same level of performance we demonstrated throughout the season before the Canadian Grand Prix.” Vasseur also acknowledged Ferrari’s Hypercar colleagues, who recently secured their second consecutive victory in the 24 Hours of Le Mans race.
Vasseur emphasized the importance of learning from their experiences in Montreal and moving forward. He highlighted the need to work calmly and focus on their own progress. The Barcelona-Catalunya circuit has always been considered a significant test of a car’s overall ability, and Ferrari hopes to regain their usual form here.
No entanto, Vasseur está ciente das margens estreitas dentro das quais todas as equipes estão operando. Ele enfatizou a necessidade de precisão e atenção aos detalhes, pois a classificação e a corrida têm sido consistentemente decididas por frações de segundo. Para alcançar os resultados desejados, a Ferrari deve executar cada sessão impecavelmente e se apresentar no seu melhor.
O Grande Prêmio da Espanha de 2024 tem um significado especial para Carlos Sainz, pois será sua última corrida em casa como piloto da Ferrari. Vasseur espera que Sainz se apresente bem diante de seus fãs locais, que sem dúvida lhe darão apoio extra. A Ferrari tem como objetivo marcar um número substancial de pontos durante este fim de semana emocionante.
No atual Campeonato de Construtores da Fórmula 1 de 2024, a Ferrari ocupa a segunda posição, atrás da Red Bull por 49 pontos. Charles Leclerc, piloto da equipe, está 56 pontos atrás de Max Verstappen, líder da classificação de pilotos. Sainz ocupa atualmente a quarta posição.
