This year, the British Grand Prix weekend unfolds in the traditional format, without the inclusion of a Sprint race. This setup allows teams more extensive practice sessions and strategic planning time. Coming into the second free practice session (FP2), the stakes are particularly high for teams like Scuderia Ferrari, as they look to fine-tune their setups and strategies.
The second free practice session is crucial as it typically simulates race conditions more closely than FP1. This session is often conducted in the afternoon, mirroring the likely ambient and track temperatures teams will face in qualifying and the race. For Ferrari, whose performance in the 2024 season has been keenly watched by fans and analysts alike, FP2 at Silverstone will be a vital opportunity to assess the effectiveness of any changes made following FP1.
Teams use FP2 to test tire degradation over longer runs, understand fuel consumption under race-like conditions, and finalize their choices for both qualifying and race setups. For Ferrari, this means pushing their car to the limits of its high-speed cornering capabilities and assessing the balance and handling tweaks from earlier practice outcomes.
As we approach the session, the anticipation builds not just for the thrills on the track but also for the strategic battles in the garages. Make sure to follow along with our live stream on the website.
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