Ferrari Tests Revised SF-25 at Mugello Ahead of Belgian Grand Prix
The Ferrari Formula 1 team is set to utilize a filming day at Mugello this Wednesday, where drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will conduct tests on the revised SF-25, featuring a newly developed rear suspension. The team’s goal is to gather critical data in preparation for the second half of the 2025 season.
This testing comes on the heels of recent floor upgrades that have shown promising performance improvements at the Red Bull Ring and Silverstone. As focus shifts toward the significant regulatory changes in 2026—designed to produce shorter, narrower, and lighter cars—Ferrari aims to gain a competitive edge.
The 200 km test session at Mugello is strategically scheduled prior to the transport of equipment to the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps, allowing the Scuderia to finalize data collection for the 13th round of the championship set for July 25-27. This will be critical in determining whether the new suspension can improve the SF-25’s handling characteristics.
Until now, dynamic testing was limited as the new rear suspension’s design was essential for validating CFD simulations. Challenges included lowering the front wishbone and securing a reliable attachment point to withstand dynamic loads. Engineers have developed a composite material for the transmission’s outer casing, enhancing weight savings while ensuring structural integrity under stress.
Preliminary simulation results indicate the new suspension could enhance the car’s response to ride height changes, thereby improving tire performance and setup flexibility. Analysts suggest that the combined improvements from the floor and suspension could yield a time gain of nearly a tenth of a second.
Currently, Ferrari sits second in the constructors’ championship, trailing McLaren by 238 points and seeking to solidify its position as the team’s upgrades approach a decisive testing phase. Both Hamilton and Leclerc will be looking to translate these advancements into on-track success, having struggled against McLaren’s MCL39, especially given Hamilton’s challenges during the damp conditions at Silverstone.
With competitive pressure rising and the clock ticking down to the Belgian GP, Ferrari’s performance at Mugello will be critical in shaping the team’s aspirations for the remainder of the season.
