One of the key factors contributing to Ferrari’s resurgence has been their improved tyre management. Earlier in the season, the SF-23 struggled with high tyre degradation, hampering the team’s race pace in the latter parts of stints. In contrast, the Mercedes W14 was more forgiving on its tyres, giving the team a performance edge, even when they didn’t secure pole positions.
However, the recent trend has seen Ferrari resolve their tyre issues and enhance their understanding of the SF-23, resulting in improved tyre management. This was evident in the Japanese Grand Prix, where high tyre degradation was a common complaint among all teams.
