Ferrari to test experimental floor in Vegas for 2025
Ferrari to test new floor design in Las Vegas practice, focusing on 2025 development with Hamilton in mind while pursuing constructors' title.
Ferrari is set to introduce an experimental floor design during Friday practice at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, marking a significant development step with implications for both their current championship battle and their 2025 challenger.
The move comes as the Italian team continues their late-season push to overcome McLaren's 36-point advantage in the constructors' standings.
Strategic development balance
According to respected Italian journalist Giuliano Duchessa, Ferrari will evaluate a single specification of the new floor design during practice sessions.
Budget cap constraints have limited the team to just one example of the new component, though both Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz will have opportunities to assess its performance.
Focus on 2025 Correlation
The primary objective of this experimental floor extends beyond immediate performance gains.
Ferrari aims to verify wind tunnel correlation data crucial for Project 677 - their 2025 challenger that will be piloted by incoming driver Lewis Hamilton.
The development specifically targets remaining porpoising issues, building upon improvements already achieved through their Monza update package.
Comprehensive weekend package
Ferrari's Las Vegas technical package extends beyond the experimental floor.
The team will have access to both their Spa and Monza-specification rear wings, while an updated front wing option remains available if Friday running demonstrates clear performance advantages.
While forgoing a special livery unlike last year, the team will feature subtle branding tied to the upcoming Gladiator II film release.
Wider technical landscape
The development race extends beyond Maranello, with VCARB introducing significant upgrades derived from the Red Bull RB20.
The Faenza-based team will implement the RB20's rear suspension and gearbox package - a permitted transfer under Formula 1's Technical Regulations covering Transferrable Components (TRC).
Ferrari's recent form, including victories in Italy, the USA, and Mexico, demonstrates their competitive potential.
However, with Red Bull's resurgence in Brazil and McLaren's consistent performance, the battle for constructor positions remains intensely competitive heading into the final three races.
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