Ferrari, the iconic Formula 1 team, has made significant moves by securing the services of Loic Serra and Jerome d’Ambrosio from rival team Mercedes. Both Serra and d’Ambrosio are set to join the team on October 1, bringing their expertise and passion to the Scuderia.
🚨 | Ferrari ropes in Loic Serra and Jerome d'Ambrosio from Mercedes, who will start with Ferrari from 1st October.
Loic Serra will join as head of chassis performance engineering and Jerome d'Ambrosio will become deputy team principal at Maranello#F1 #Formula1 #Ferrari pic.twitter.com/Z4zotkkYiB
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‘Desi Racing Co.’ posted a poster in X stating, “Ferrari ropes in Loic Serra and Jerome d’Ambrosio from Mercedes, who will start with Ferrari from 1st October. Loic Serra will join as head of chassis performance engineering and Jerome d’Ambrosio will become deputy team principal at Maranello.”
A Boost for Ferrari and their position
Loic Serra, formerly Mercedes’ performance director, is no stranger to the world of motorsports. His journey began in 2013 when he joined Mercedes as the head of vehicle dynamics. Over the years, he played a crucial role in shaping the team’s performance.
Serra will take up the position of head of chassis performance engineering at Ferrari. His expertise in vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, and overall chassis development will be invaluable as the team aims for excellence.
Jerome d’Ambrosio, a seasoned driver and team principal, brings a wealth of experience to the team. He previously served as Toto Wolff’s effective deputy at Mercedes, contributing to the team’s success.
At Ferrari, d’Ambrosio will assume the role of deputy team principal under Fred Vasseur. His responsibilities extend beyond the track—d’Ambrosio will also oversee the Driver Academy, nurturing young talent for the future.
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