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After months of grinding through setbacks, Ferrari’s finally turned a corner. Fresh off a strong showing in Austria, the team rolled into Silverstone and immediately proved they’re back in the hunt – trading blows with championship leaders McLaren right out the gate.
For the first time in ages, Ferrari fans can genuinely smile: that prancing horse is charging again.
FP1: Hamilton Shines, Ferrari Flexes
Lewis Hamilton thrilled the home crowd by topping the first session with a 1:26.892. But the real story? Ferrari snapping at their heels. Charles Leclerc landed P4, just two-tenths back, while McLaren’s Norris and Piastri slotted into P2 and P3.
Quick highlights:
- Hamilton (Ferrari) – 1:26.892
- Norris (McLaren) – +0.023s
- Piastri (McLaren) – +0.150s
- Leclerc (Ferrari) – +0.203s
- Russell (Mercedes) – +0.271s
No fluke here. From the first laps, the Ferraris looked planted, balanced, and seriously quick.
FP2: Still Nipping at McLaren’s Heels
Lando Norris struck back in the afternoon session, but Ferrari refused to fade. Leclerc clung to P2 just 0.222s behind, with Hamilton close in P3.
Afternoon standouts:
- Norris (McLaren) – 1:25.816
- Leclerc (Ferrari) – +0.222s
- Hamilton (Ferrari) – +0.301s
- Piastri (McLaren) – +0.470s
- Verstappen (Red Bull) – +0.498s
Think about that: over both sessions, Ferrari consistently outraced Red Bull and Mercedes – and went wheel-to-wheel with McLaren. Unthinkable just weeks ago.
The Upgrades That Unlocked Their Speed
So what changed? Austria’s major updates:
- A slick new floor and diffuser
- Refined aerodynamics under the car
- Better balance and downforce
Those tweaks clawed back 0.2s per lap against McLaren and – crucially – shoved Ferrari ahead of Red Bull and Mercedes on race pace. This wasn’t luck; it was a breakthrough.
F1’s Greatest Rivalry Reignites
For the first time since 2008, Ferrari and McLaren are properly duking it out up front. The sport’s two most iconic teams, scrapping for glory – and fans are here for it.
- McLaren leads the standings…
- Ferrari is closing fast…
- Red Bull & Mercedes are suddenly playing catch-up
Even Verstappen (P5 in FP2) looks rattled. His title defense just got a whole lot tougher.
Sunday’s Showdown: Can Ferrari Win?
This isn’t just hype. The pace is real – Leclerc and Hamilton are oozing confidence, and the data backs it up. A Silverstone podium? Almost expected now. A win? Don’t bet against it.
The buzz in the paddock is electric. The grandstands are buzzing. And for the first time this season, the title fight might just be a three-way brawl.
Ferrari’s back. And this time, it’s not wishful thinking.
From trailing McLaren, Mercedes, and Red Bull earlier this year, they’re now leading the charge against the team dominating 2025.
The upgrades work. The drivers are delivering. The fire is lit.
Stick around for qualifying – this Ferrari revival is just getting started.
