The struggle is real for Ferrari. With each passing day, they are drowning more and more in their own miseries. After a terrible practice session on Friday in Spa Francorchamps, it was believed they’d reverse their fortunes in the final practice session. However, Saturday was even worse for them. Charles Leclerc who stood 15th in the previous practice session dropped two places and finds himself on 17th. Sebastian Vettel, who finished FP2 in the 17th, dropped down to the 20th position.
An unbelievable performance from Ferrari and it seems that they have no way out of it. With the qualifiers scheduled later today, hopes are melting faster than Belgium chocolates. Team Principal Mattia Binotto stated after Friday’s practice that the team was struggling to use the tires in the correct operating window.
It is unbearable for Ferrari fans across the globe. The horrific performance has brought forth utter humiliation to the most decorated team in Formula 1. Tweets are constantly buzzing regarding Ferrari biting the dust.
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Some hit the peddle of sarcasm graciously. It was so perfect even Sebastian Vettel would be envious!
Can't wait to hear "AND HERE COMES SEBASTIAN VETTEL" as he overtakes Nicholas Latifi for P18.
— ever suffering ferrari fan (@VebSettel) August 28, 2020
The complete turn around is prominent here. While last year Ferrari rampage led them from the front, this year they are spectating the tail lights of others.
FP3 in 2019
FP3 in 2020🙃#BelgianGP pic.twitter.com/1BO6GRxjT2
— tami. (@Vetteleclerc) August 29, 2020
I take it back, it can get worse for Ferrari pic.twitter.com/JigsYJZKnM
— Ky (@FiftyBucksss) August 29, 2020
Ferrari’s streak of horrors continued and it has been pathetic for Ferrari fans. Tough to be one these days!
Going to have to just set up an automated tweet to post this after every session pic.twitter.com/xu5URyKHaj
— WTF1 (@wtf1official) July 11, 2020
Ben Hunt reminds us of a tricky situation ahead. The Tuscan Grand Prix is supposed to be Ferrari’s 1000th race and is owned by the Ferrari group. However, considering the recent horrific form of Ferrari, it is to be seen how they fare on their own track.
I am really looking forward to going to Mugello for Ferrari's 1,000th race.
Might take a cake.— Ben Hunt (@benjhunt) August 29, 2020
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Belgium is a lost cause for Ferrari
Ferrari’s final practice session has shattered all hopes and aspirations. They have an Everest to climb to finish in the top 10. Ferrari’s struggles aren’t an unexpected turn of events, its the extent which is causing a fair amount of noise.
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Italy is supposed to hold three Grands Prix this year. Italy is the birthplace of Ferrari. The Tifosi won’t take too kindly if the Marnello outfit produces a string of mediocre results. Belgium seems to be a lost cause for the Prancing Stallions and the faster they concentrate on the next races the merrier it will be.
Fow now, Ferrari fans can only hope and pray ahead of qualifying.