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Esteban Ocon won’t get upgraded Ferrari F1 engine at Italian GP

Esteban Ocon has revealed that he will not have the ADUO2 version of Ferrari’s Formula 1 engine at Monza, as Haas’ only available unit will go to team-mate Oliver Bearman. The American team is heading into the Italian Grand Prix with a brand-new aerodynamic package, as announced by team principal Ayao Komatsu ahead of the race. These aerodynamic upgrades will be fitted to both ... Keep reading

Esteban Ocon won’t get upgraded Ferrari F1 engine at Italian GP

Ferrari has announced it will introduce its first Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities (ADUO) update at the upcoming Italian Grand Prix. This follows Red Bull being named as F1's benchmark, with Ferrari determined to close a 4% performance gap. The team boss, Fred Vasseur, confirmed the updated power unit will provide an additional 15bhp, halving the deficit to Mercedes.

The enhanced engine will also be paired with a new rear wing design, optimized for the challenging Monza circuit. Vasseur emphasized the importance of the home crowd's support, stating the team aims to leverage their enthusiasm for a strong weekend. This move comes as Ferrari seeks to secure its first Italian GP victory since 2024, celebrating Michael Schumacher's legacy with a livery inspired by the legendary seven-time world champion.

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