Ferrari boss Frédéric Vasseur has denied claims the team has missed too many opportunities this year and that it will ultimately cost it the constructors’ championship.
With just two rounds remaining in the 2024 season, Ferrari are 24 points behind McLaren as they chase their first F1 title since the 2008 constructors’ title, with McLaren fighting for their first since 1998.
Neither team has won a title since sharing the crowns in 2008, with Lewis Hamilton snatching the drivers’ title for McLaren.
McLaren, however, remains favorite, notably because Qatar should be a perfect fit for the MCL38. Enough to definitively drive the point home in the constructors’ championship thanks to the Sprint?
Red Bull is also in the race, but is 53 points behind McLaren with 103 points left to score in Qatar (with a Sprint) and Abu Dhabi.
So has Ferrari missed too many opportunities compared to McLaren this year? Vasseur doesn’t believe him.
“It’s easy, it’s always easy at the end of the season to say without the crash in Singapore [de Carlos Sainz en qualifications]or without this or without that, we would have been champions,” replies Vasseur.
“I think it’s true for McLaren, they’ve had problems too, it’s true for everyone on the grid, we’ve all missed opportunities.”
“Part of the job is not only to have the best car, but also to score as many points as we can during the season.”
“It’s true that Baku wasn’t the best, nor Singapore, and we struggled in terms of pure performance in Spain, the UK and Austria, but the reaction was good because after three races, we were back on the pace at Spa.”
“But it is true that in terms of pure performance, on one lap, it was the weak point of our season.”
* What are some specific examples of missed opportunities Ferrari had during the 2024 Formula 1 season, and how could they have capitalized on them to improve their standing in the constructors’ championship?
## World Today News Exclusive: Chasing the Constructors’ Championship – A Ferrari Perspective
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today, we discuss the thrilling battle for the constructors’ championship in Formula 1, with Ferrari hot on the heels of championship leaders McLaren. We’re joined by two esteemed guests: [Guest 1 Name], a renowned motorsport journalist, and [Guest 2 Name], a former Ferrari engineer, to dissect the challenges and opportunities facing the Scuderia.
**Section 1: Missed Opportunities & The Singapore Incident**
* **[Host to Guest 1]:** Frédéric Vasseur stated that it’s easy to pinpoint missed opportunities in hindsight. Do you agree with his assessment? Were there specific races where Ferrari could have capitalized more effectively?
* **[Host to Guest 2]:** From a technical standpoint, what factors might have contributed to Ferrari’s struggles in races like Baku and Singapore? How do these challenges compare to those faced by McLaren?
* **[Host to both guests]:** The Singapore Grand Prix saw Carlos Sainz’ crash in qualifying. Do you believe this incident significantly impacted Ferrari’s chances in the championship? How crucial are these seemingly small moments in shaping the overall outcome?
**Section 2: Performance Peaks & Valleys:**
* **[Host to Guest 1]:** Vasseur highlighted Ferrari’s strong recovery after a difficult stretch of races. What aspects of the team’s performance have truly stood out this season?
* **[Host to Guest 2]:** As a former Ferrari engineer, what are your insights into the team’s car development throughout the year? Have there been any notable technological advancements that have propelled their resurgence?
* **[Host to both guests]:** Red Bull remains a significant threat despite being further behind in points. How do you see the dynamics between Ferrari, McLaren, and Red Bull playing out in the remaining races?
**Section 3: Looking Ahead to the Final Races:**
* **[Host to Guest 1]:** With Qatar’s Sprint race ahead, how critical will these extra points be for Ferrari’s championship hopes?
* **[Host to Guest 2]:** Knowing Ferrari’s history and strengths, what strategic approach do you foresee them taking in the Last two races?
* **[Host to both guests]:** Do you think Ferrari can still secure the constructors’ championship? What are the biggest factors that will determine the final outcome?
**Closing:**
Thank you to our guests, [Guest 1 Name] and [Guest 2 Name], for sharing their valuable insights.
The battle for the constructors’ championship promises to be a thrilling climax to the 2024 Formula 1 season. Stay tuned to World Today News for continued coverage and analysis of this captivating race to the finish line.
