Ferrari's remarkable 2024 constructors' championship campaign ended just 14 points shy of McLaren, marking significant progress from 2023 with a 60% increase in points and five race victories. Team Principal Fred Vasseur highlights substantial improvements across reliability, strategy, and pit stops.

The pivotal moment came in Canada with a costly double-DNF, where Charles Leclerc faced reliability issues and Carlos Sainz encountered a race incident. This zero-point weekend proved particularly damaging in the tight four-team championship battle, where McLaren maintained consistent point scoring.

A challenging summer period across Spain, UK, and Austria saw Ferrari lose approximately 80-90 points to McLaren. However, Vasseur praised the team's response to these setbacks, highlighting a positive cultural shift within Maranello.

"The reaction from the team was very good. We never blame someone or a department; we work together to come back," Vasseur explained. This collaborative approach to problem-solving demonstrated Ferrari's improved team dynamics and resilience under pressure.

Despite narrowly missing their first constructors' title since 2008, the season's overall performance and team response has established a strong foundation for future championship campaigns. Vasseur particularly emphasized the team's ability to maintain unity and avoid internal blame during challenging periods, marking a significant cultural evolution at Ferrari.

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