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Italian media reports Ferrari SF-25 is 0.5 seconds faster than SF-24
The claim that the Ferrari SF-25 has gained almost a second in lap time has become a hot topic, but Leo Turrini, a well-known Italian journalist, quickly dismissed this as just another one of those typical rumors that often circulate during the winter break. In his blog, Turrini responded sharply to the idea that Ferrari’s car had gained such significant performance, describing the whole theory as baseless. He pointed out that during the long off-season, various unfounded claims and rumors tend to emerge, often without any solid backing. He specifically referred to these rumors as “objectively meaningless.”
Turrini then elaborated on the nature of these rumors, explaining that some had suggested Ferrari had gained a full second in performance, or even slightly more, in their simulator. However, he highlighted a key issue: no one has any concrete data comparing Ferrari’s performance against that of other top teams like Mercedes, McLaren, or Red Bull. The data about these other teams’ cars is not available to the public, with only those directly involved with the teams having access to it. And even then, they’re not sharing it. As a result, any claims about Ferrari’s improvement in comparison to other teams are essentially speculative.
While Turrini’s criticisms about these rumors are fair in many respects, there is a nuance that should be considered. When it comes to claims of improvements and lap time gains, most of the discussions are typically focused on how Ferrari’s SF-25 compares to its predecessor, the SF-24. So, when people talk about Ferrari’s gains, they are usually referring to improvements made in comparison to the previous year’s car, not to other teams’ cars. This context is important when interpreting statements about Ferrari’s supposed performance boost.
To get a clearer picture of the actual improvements made to the 677 model, which is set to be driven by both Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc this year, F1inGenerale reached out to sources for further clarification. These sources revealed that much of Ferrari’s performance gains stem from a significant overhaul of the front suspension, particularly the pull-rod design. This change alone is believed to have unlocked substantial potential in the car, contributing to a gain of around five-tenths of a second.
In addition to the changes to the front suspension, improvements in aerodynamics have also played a role. Specifically, the modification to the airflow passage between the undercut and the sidepods has allowed Ferrari to optimize the aerodynamics in a critical area of the car. These tweaks, along with adjustments made to the power unit and rear end, have all contributed to a more competitive package for the 2025 season. Ultimately, any assessment of Ferrari’s progress should be made by compar
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