With the Maranello-based outfit having finished third this season behind Mercedes and Red Bull, it hopes that the early development switch it made to its 2022 car will pay dividends in helping it close up the gap.
With one of the most closely matched driver pairings in F1, Ferrari is well aware that if its duo take points off each other then it could be a compromise if it finds itself in a tight championship battle.
However, team principal Mattia Binotto is clear that Sainz and Leclerc will start on an equal footing – and that it will be results on track that will ultimately decide if there comes a point where they have to favour one over the other.
“In terms of drivers, as we have often said, I think it is the track that will dictate it,” he said.
“The priority is always the team, but no doubt, if they can compete for an important position in the championship, it will be the track that will tell who’s ahead.
“And sometimes, I think it’s not only about driver talent…
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