Lando Norris says Ferrari would be dominating Formula 1 if they had a better engine, claiming they are "the class of the field in terms of cornering performance." After Barcelona, where his McLaren finished over 23 seconds behind Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari, Norris expressed concern that engine improvements could allow Ferrari to "embarrass everyone." Ferrari debuted a successful eight-part upgrade package in Spain, significantly boosting their cornering.

McLaren team boss Andrea Stella echoed Norris, calling Ferrari's current chassis the "best" in F1, particularly in medium-speed corners where McLaren struggles. Crucially, F1's ADUO system found Ferrari's engine over 4% off Red Bull Powertrains, granting them two upgrades this season and two more in 2025. This engine deficit, once closed, could dramatically reshape the championship. Ferrari's chassis pace is undeniable; if they unlock more power, the grid faces a formidable challenge.

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