Austin, Texas: Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur expressed satisfaction with the United States Grand Prix, calling it a 'good week' for the team, even though they narrowly missed a double podium finish at the Circuit of the Americas. While Charles Leclerc, who finished P2, aimed for a win, Vasseur acknowledged this ambition as a positive sign.

"When you do P2, and you target P1, you are not happy. But this I like as a feeling," Vasseur stated, highlighting the team's competitive spirit. He noted Ferrari's consistent performance, scoring the most points for the third or fourth race in a row, indicating they are 'on the right track'.

The team's aggressive two-stop strategy, starting both drivers on soft tires from P4 and P5, was deemed a 'good call'. Vasseur suggested that without a late Virtual Safety Car, Lewis Hamilton might have challenged Max Verstappen for the win. Despite strong practice sessions often not translating to qualifying and race results, Vasseur felt the qualifying outcome was also positive, given that many competitors didn't improve their times.

He emphasized the narrow performance window in modern F1, where small errors can drastically alter grid positions. Vasseur also praised the SF-26 package, confirming its strong pace throughout the weekend. He stressed that competitiveness relies not just on the car, but also on optimal setup and tire management.

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