The Race F1 Podcast Why Ferrari's 2025 rescue mission has failed
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Sep 3, 2025 Ferrari faces mounting pressure after a dismal outing at Zandvoort, raising questions about their future. Isack Hadjar's impressive podium finish sparks discussion about his potential rise to Red Bull Racing. The hosts grapple with Ferrari's ongoing struggles against fierce competitors like McLaren and Red Bull. They explore the complexities of promoting young drivers while maintaining team stability. With hopes pinned on the Monza Grand Prix, the balance of ambition and reality presents a compelling narrative in the race for glory.
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Wrong Winter Concept Hurt Ferrari
- Ferrari's season is failing because development choices over winter boxed them into a concept that can't be evolved effectively.
- McLaren's continuous incremental improvements exposed Ferrari's inability to recover rather than absolute pace loss.
Ride Height Limits Ferrari's Progress
- Ferrari still struggles with ride height and plank wear which limits their setup choices and development scope.
- Their fixes often restore baseline performance instead of advancing the car forward like McLaren's iterative gains.
McLaren's Incremental Edge
- McLaren have extended the performance gap by innovating in suspension and heat rejection areas that others can't replicate.
- Their small, consistent gains make them resilient while rivals hit ceilings under the same regs.