“We were not very optimistic coming to Zandvoort, but today it went very well for both sides of the garage: we had good starts, good strategy, good pit stops, with both drivers managing their tyres very well,” Vasseur said.
“Charles was able to keep (Oscar) Piastri behind him and deserved this podium. We have to be positive and appreciate this, even if we have to keep in mind that (Lando) Norris was a long way ahead and really, we need to focus on getting wins, not finishing P3.”
Ferrari’s race pace was much improved compared to their qualifying pace, in direct contrast to much of last season. They also appeared to have gained a better understanding of the car, which was something that vexed them when they bolted on upgrades in Spain earlier this summer.
All of which is a positive – as is the fact that more parts will be coming to the car soon as well.