Heading into the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona, all eyes are on Ferrari and their upcoming major upgrade package. The Italian team is gearing up to unveil significant improvements to their car to regain lost ground against fierce competitors like Red Bull, McLaren, and Mercedes.
Ferrari has faced technical struggles this season, notably in races like Montreal where track characteristics hindered their performance. Despite efforts to address these issues, grid position challenges persisted, affecting their overall performance and making it difficult to accurately assess their true capabilities.
The competition has been fierce, with top teams like Mercedes encountering their own setbacks at times, highlighting the need for Ferrari to continue evolving to match their rivals’ pace.
Reflecting on Ferrari’s technical evolution, their current SF-24 car has shown promising potential but revealed inconsistencies in tire management across races, especially on different tire compounds like in China and Canada.
To address these challenges, Ferrari’s technical team is pushing hard to introduce a second aerodynamic package earlier than planned, focusing on upgrades to the floor, rear bodywork, tray area near the diffuser, and aerodynamic deflectors.
The aim of these upgrades is to enhance Ferrari’s aerodynamic efficiency significantly, helping them compete against McLaren and counter the threat posed by Mercedes. With preparations in full swing, both Ferrari drivers will have the upgraded specs ready for Friday’s practice sessions in Catalonia.
The Barcelona circuit, with its challenging layout, will be a crucial test for evaluating the impact of these technical changes. Known for pushing cars to their limits, this track will provide the perfect setting for Ferrari to gauge the effectiveness of their aggressive development path in real racing conditions.