After one race in the 2021 Formula 1 season, Ferrari is fourth in the constructors’ standings. However, team principal Mattia Binotto is not confident of the team being able to challenge for regular podiums.
When questioned about Ferrari’s position on the pecking order, Binotto said:
Binotto poured cold water on Ferrari’s prospects of making further progress this season. The team principal clarified that the Scuderia was focusing primarily on the 2022 regulations and that Maranello will not be allocating too many resources for the car this season.
First few races will indicate Ferrari’s potential in 2021: Mattia Binotto
Binotto also revealed that the true potential of Ferrari’s 2021 challenger has not yet been identified, as the drivers are still learning the car and its characteristics. According to the team principal, there remain major optimizations to be made to the car for it to reach its potential.
Binotto feels these will take place over the next few races:
Ferrari’s improvement at the Bahrain Grand Prix should be considered the first step towards fighting at the front of the grid again. The team had a disastrous campaign in 2020 with a car that could only finish sixth in the standings. With an improved car this season, fans can expect Ferrari to put on a better show in 2021.
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