The Cloned Racing Point F1 Has Even Ferrari Concerned for 2020
Follow Us
If team principal Mattia Binotto’s prediction is anything to go by, Scuderia Ferrari may be in for a tough time. To make matters worse, Racing Point’s sudden impressive performance may be a cause for concern.
On the penultimate day of testing, Sebastian Vettel topped the timesheets in Barcelona. However, the team cannot afford to rest on their laurels, as Vettel’s fastest lap was on the C5 tyres.
Worryingly, Racing Point’s Lance Stroll was less than two-tenths behind on slower tyres. Furthermore, AlphaTauri’s Pierre Gasly also delivered some fairly quick laps. The Silverstone-based outfit have been showcasing highly impressive form in Barcelona.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
When he spoke to Sky Sports, Mattia Binotto voiced his concerns about Ferrari’s pace. The Italian also opened up on the Racing Point threat for the top 3 places.
“I think Racing Point are certainly very close. I think it’s not surprising if you look at the shape of their car,” he joked. This quip was actually a subtle dig at the uncanny resemblance to the 2019 Mercedes car, the W10.
“But yes, they are strong. But I’m convinced Ferrari as a team are strong enough to develop now onwards. And to make sure we are strong enough not to be threatened.”
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Who else should Ferrari be concerned about?
Scuderia Ferrari has a giant target painted on its back, and quite a few teams are aiming their arrows. Aside from Racing Point, the chief threat is Red Bull Racing, led by Max Verstappen. The Austrian team looked threatening in pre-season, in spite of niggling issues over the last couple of days.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
On the endurance front, Max Verstappen recorded a high lap count and posted some solid lap times. Binotto acknowledged that Red Bull Racing are continuing their strong form from last year.
Trending
Fernando Alonso Delivers His Message to George Russell Following Ballistic Rant on Radio By the Mercedes Driver
March 24, 2024 10:17 AM EDT
“All Spanish Aston Martin Next Year”: Carlos Sainz Could Join Fernando Alonso in 2025 as Bad News Awaits Lance Stroll, Predicts Eddie Jordan
March 28, 2024 02:18 PM EDT
“You Are Disgusting”: Ex-GF Isa Hernaez’s ‘Vengeful’ Update Leaves Fans Pointing Fingers at Carlos Sainz
October 28, 2023 10:12 AM EDT
Christian Horner’s wife Geri Halliwell Sent Clear Instructions to Husband Ahead of Australian GP
March 26, 2024 10:33 AM EDT
Details of Charles Leclerc’s Secret ‘Special Project’ in Milan Emerge
March 29, 2024 04:36 AM EDT
Get instantly notified of the hottest F1 stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.
Follow Us
“It’s hard to judge. They were competitive at the end of last season. It’ll be a surprise if they’re not competitive again,” Binotto added.