WATCH: Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz go up against each other in a fun ping-pong game at Hungarian GP 

The Ferrari duo has shared several light hearted moments outside the track in F1.

WATCH: Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz go up against each other in a fun ping-pong game at Hungarian GP 

Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc (via: IMAGO, X/Cl16__FanpageFr, screenshot)

Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz are well-known as one of the most fun-loving duos on the Formula 1 grid. The two drivers have been companions at the Maranello-based outfit since 2021.

The Italian outfit started the 2024 season on a strong note, having amassed two wins and nine podiums until the Monaco Grand Prix. However, the team has experienced a dip in form since, scoring only 50 points in the past four races.

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But the upcoming race in Budapest has provided a breath of fresh air for Ferrari, who are keen on performing better at the Hungaroring. Both drivers, Carlos Sainz, and Charles Leclerc are in high spirits, and were thus, recently spotted indulging in a game of ping-pong in the Hungarian GP F1 paddock.

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Ferrari currently stands second in the championship but trails the leader, Red Bull, by 71 points. The long corners and technical braking zones of Budapest will be a stern test for many as F1 heads into round 13 of this season.

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Fred Vasseur confirms Ferrari will bring new floor upgrades to Budapest

Ferrari team principal, Fred Vasseur has admitted that underlying disadvantages were experienced due to their past upgrades. In light of this, Vasseur has confirmed that the SF-24 will support a new floor upgrade at the Hungaroring.

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We have worked hard in the factory and so, in Budapest, we will bring an evolution of the floor which we reckon will give the drivers a car that will allow them to drive to the best of their abilities.
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Ferrari faced a torrid run at the Spanish Grand Prix for which the team engineered a new floor upgrade as well. The disappointing result at Barcelona compelled the Maranello-based unit to revert to their previous floor settings for Silverstone.

Fred Vasseur thereafter spoke of the team’s efforts at making a radical new floor design for the Hungarian Grand Prix. The Italian outfit will now hope to achieve fruitful performances in Budapest to take a step forward in the title race.

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