Ferrari team boss Frederic Vasseur declared "enough is enough" over Formula 1's race-start rule changes, defending his team's approach after Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton secured dominant grid positions in Australia and China. The 2026 F1 Schedule overhaul introduced a five-second pre-start procedure to address power unit regulation complexities, but George Russell criticized Ferrari for "selfish" resistance to further tweaks. Vasseur countered that Ferrari had already compromised by adapting to the new system, stating, "We designed the car fitting with the regulation... the change didn't help us at all." He emphasized the team's focus on broader performance gaps, noting an eight-tenths deficit in Melbourne and incremental improvements in China. Mercedes continues to outpace Ferrari in straight-line speed, with Vasseur acknowledging the need to address chassis, tires, and energy management alongside engine upgrades.

The 2026 F1 regulations will introduce in-season power unit development opportunities, but Vasseur downplayed their immediate impact, insisting Ferrari must work "everywhere" to close the gap.