Fred Vasseur believed that Ferrari would have a strong performance against Max Verstappen and Red Bull in the upcoming race. After trailing behind their competitors in the first two races of the season, Ferrari claimed victory at the previous race. This success seemed to have closed the gap between them and the reigning world champions. However, Vasseur acknowledged that the race in Suzuka might not be as easy for the Italian team.
Vasseur expressed the team’s enthusiasm following their win at Albert Park. He believed that this victory had motivated the entire team to strive for more wins this year. However, he also acknowledged that the Suzuka circuit would pose challenges for both the cars and the drivers.
Despite the challenges, Vasseur had confidence in Ferrari’s performance for this race. However, he acknowledged that they would need to be flawless throughout the weekend in order to defeat their competitors. Red Bull was expected to bring significant upgrades to Japan, which could make the race more difficult for Ferrari.
The weather has always played a role in the Japanese GP, and this season it could have an even bigger impact as the race will be held in spring for the first time. Changeable conditions could create opportunities for teams to capitalize on strategic race decisions.
Nevertheless, Vasseur believed that Ferrari was well-prepared for the challenge they would face in Suzuka. He emphasized that the team would make the right moves to potentially defeat Max Verstappen for a second consecutive race.
Both Max Verstappen and Red Bull aim to bounce back after a disappointing outing in the previous race, where Verstappen was forced to retire. On the other hand, Ferrari looks to build momentum with another race victory. This sets the stage for an exciting race at Suzuka and for the remainder of the season.