Wolff questions Ferrari's ability to sustain development this season
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 5:10 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff expressed skepticism about Ferrari's capacity to continue their current level of car development throughout the season. He noted that, due to Formula 1's budget cap constraints, Ferrari should soon be facing financial limitations. Wolff's comments come as the teams prepare for the next round of competition, with ongoing debates regarding budget management among the top teams. The implications of budgetary pressures could impact performance as the season progresses.
- •Wolff doubts Ferrari's development sustainability.
- •He cites Formula 1's budget cap as a significant factor.
- •Financial constraints may impact Ferrari's performance.
- •Teams prepare for the next round of competition.
"Mercedes boss Toto Wolff doubts Ferrari will be able to maintain their current scale of car development through the season against the constraints of Formula 1's budget cap, reckoning they should be "running out of money soon".
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