Frederic Vasseur, Team Principal of Scuderia Ferrari, is present during the Formula 1 Lenovo Grande Premio De Sao Paulo - Source: Getty
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur said he was "frustrated" at having lost valuable development time regarding the flexi wing decision during the 2024 season. The Italian team started the season on a strong note, as they were the second-fastest team behind Red Bull, constantly contending for podium positions with the reigning world champions.
However, after winning the Monaco GP, the Maranello-based outfit lost its way as it fell behind McLaren and Mercedes in terms of performance during the European leg of races before the summer break. Mercedes and McLaren won all the races between Austria and the Netherlands and enhanced their performance due to their Flexi front and rear wings.
Speaking with Motorsport.com on November 14, the Ferrari team principal mentioned that they were waiting on FIA's decision regarding the Flexi wings and admitted to being late to the party as he was convinced that the governing body would clamp down on the issue. He said:
