Ferrari Faces Intense Scrutiny After Disappointing Italian Grand Prix
Monza, Italy – September 11, 2024 – Ferrari is bracing for significant pressure following a lackluster performance at their home race, teh Italian Grand prix, where both drivers finished outside podium contention. The team’s fourth and sixth-place finishes at Monza have ignited scrutiny and raised questions about their competitiveness during a crucial stage of the season.
The disappointing result at Monza, a historically significant race for Ferrari, underscores deeper issues within the team. Former Formula 1 champion Nico rosberg emphasized the weight of expectation on the Scuderia, stating, “There will be grate pressure on Ferrari because they are always sentenced to their races on their soil.” The lack of pace and inability to challenge for a win or even a podium position on home turf have amplified concerns about Ferrari’s current trajectory.
Rosberg further explained that the team’s struggles where particularly glaring given the importance of the Italian Grand Prix. “But in their race on their soil there was no pace, no chance to win, and there is no chance to rise to the podium,” he noted. This outcome leaves Ferrari facing intense internal and external pressure to address the underlying performance deficiencies and regain their competitive edge as the season progresses.