F1 News: Ferrari Drivers Show Off Stunning Holiday Moments Ahead of Dutch Grand Prix
Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz have shared their holiday experiences as they prepare for the upcoming Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort.
With the summer break coming to an end, both drivers posted photos showcasing their time off, which serves as a brief respite before the intense second half of the Formula 1 season.
Leclerc's photos highlight his time by the sea and on a yacht, reflecting a much-needed break from the rigors of racing.
Meanwhile, Sainz also enjoyed a luxurious getaway, engaging in swimming and other water activities.
His posts suggest he is eager to return to racing, hoping to improve his performance in the remaining races.
As Ferrari gears up for the Dutch Grand Prix, the team faces challenges after a mid-season upgrade that has not delivered the expected results. There have been reports of performance issues, including a return of bouncing problems reminiscent of the previous season.
The team is currently 21 points behind McLaren and 63 points adrift of Red Bull in the Constructors' Championship.
Ferrari's management is actively addressing these concerns, emphasizing collaboration and communication with the drivers.
The team is focused on identifying and correcting mistakes to enhance their competitiveness as they move forward in the season.
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To bring the team back to form, Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur said the team is in “permanent discussions” with Leclerc, admitting topics arise when both he and the team have made mistakes this season. He told Formula1.com:
“It’s not just about Charles, it’s tough for the team.
“After Monaco we had a tough sequence. In Canada we were not in bad shape. What is clear is the car is a bit more difficult to drive the last couple of events and the level of expectation of Charles is also a bit higher.
“It’s the life of a team, that you have up and downs. We have permanent discussions with Charles.
“He knows the situation on our side, what we do well and what we did wrong and he knows sometimes he did some mistakes.
“But we’re not in the situation that we’re trying to put the responsibility on someone.
“We’ve been working together for years, we know each other perfectly, we know we are pushing, we know we just need to fix things.
“We are absolutely not in the situation to finger point. It’s also where it’s good to have a personal relationship.”
With just ten races left before Sainz transitions to Williams next year, both drivers are looking to capitalize on their remaining opportunities with Ferrari.
