Ferrari’s team principal, Fred Vasseur, has expressed strong optimism for the 2025 Formula 1 season, believing that the Scuderia is well-positioned to make a significant leap forward after a competitive 2024 campaign. Despite narrowly missing out on the championship by just 14 points to McLaren, Ferrari showed considerable improvement, securing five wins and finishing second in the Constructors’ Championship. This marked a notable rise from their performance in 2023, where they secured just one victory and trailed Red Bull by 454 points.
Vasseur highlighted that Ferrari’s progress was evident, especially after a dramatic season-ending race in Abu Dhabi, demonstrating how far the team had come. Even with setbacks like issues with bouncing caused by upgrades in Spain, Ferrari managed to finish the season strong, winning three of the last nine races. “We will take a big step forward [in 2025],” said Vasseur, confident in the team’s growth and ability to address challenges.
The team’s resilience and unity were key factors in their improvement. Vasseur emphasized how Ferrari responded to difficult moments, including problems in Canada, and accidents in Singapore and Baku, showing their ability to adapt and strengthen as a unit. He particularly praised the period between the Great Britain and Austria races, when Ferrari recognized flaws in their package and made necessary adjustments without internal conflict.
Looking ahead, Vasseur believes that Ferrari’s 2025 ambitions hinge on a holistic improvement across all aspects of the team’s operations, from reliability to technical development. He stressed that success will not come from improving one area alone, but from enhancing every pillar of their performance. The introduction of a new car design, ‘Project 677,’ aims to maximize their success, carrying over less than 1% of parts from the 2024 SF-24. Additionally, the anticipated arrival of Lewis Hamilton is expected to bring invaluable experience and add to Ferrari’s competitive edge.
Despite the team’s continued drought in both the Constructors’ and Drivers’ Championships since 2008 and 2007 respectively, Vasseur remains hopeful, stressing the importance of continual improvement. “The team’s attitude has to be to come to work every morning and try to do a better job than yesterday,” he concluded.
