“Naive” to think closing Red Bull and Mercedes F1 gap will be easy

This year will mark the start of a long-anticipated new technical ruleset for F1, forcing teams to pursue different aerodynamic concepts and manage the introduction of the new 18-inch tyres.

It will provide an opportunity for all teams to make a big step forward, with Ferrari in particular looking to return to the front of the pack after two years without winning a race.

The importance of this season’s new ruleset prompted Ferrari to suspend development on its 2021 car early…