Ferrari evaluates strategies and looks for balance ahead of 2026 F1 season. Ferrari faces a challenging F1 season with internal tensions and mixed results.

Ferrari faces a critical moment in F1

Ferrari is experiencing a particularly challenging period during this F1 season. On-track results have been slow to arrive, and internal tensions are rising. Recent reports have shed light on internal team management, highlighting growing unrest in Maranello. Discussions, denials, and constant rumors are surrounding the Ferrari environment, with recent race results doing little to calm the situation.

Constructor standings pressure

After holding second place in the Constructors’ Championship for much of the season, Ferrari was overtaken by Mercedes in just two races. While second place seems increasingly out of reach, even third is uncertain as Red Bull, driven by Max Verstappen’s results, appears back in the fight.

Ferrari preaches patience

Ferrari does not seem to plan any major changes for the remainder of the season. The team’s full focus is already on 2026, where they aim to correct aspects that underperformed this year. One of the main issues has been the car’s ride height. This has cost Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton valuable points, particularly following the disqualification at the Chinese Grand Prix. Finding the right setup and compromise between skid block wear and overall performance this season has proven very challenging for the Scuderia.

Performance gaps between track and factory

The Prancing Horse has consistently shown strong pace on Fridays, but by Saturday’s free practice sessions, performance tends to drop. Both Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton have struggled to compete for the front rows. The imbalance between the work done in the factory and what happens on track has become increasingly evident.

Loïc Serra’s role for 2026

This year, Loïc Serra joined the team. He was unable to contribute to the creation of the SF-25 since the project was already completed upon his arrival. However, for the new 2026 car, Serra is expected to play a crucial role in finding the right compromise between the factory and track teams.

Looking ahead without drastic changes

According to Motorsport.com, despite rumored discussions between Matteo Togninalli and Fred Vasseur, Togninalli, who coordinates track operations, will remain with the team in 2026. His position does not appear at risk. While no drastic revolution is expected in the short term, Ferrari is already evaluating its engineering roster in preparation for the next season.