F1 2018: Assessing each team's chances in the new season 

Sauber has entered a long-term relationship with Ferrari

Alfa Romeo Sauber

Finishing dead last can't be repeated this year as Sauber is now in a long-term partnership with Ferrari through Alfa Romeo. It is an audition though for Charles Leclerc for the Ferrari seat as and when it vacates.

It is an interesting driver line up of rookie Leclerc and into his fourth season with the Swiss team Marcus Ericsson; with assured budget and renewed engine deal.

Often, there's more fun at the back of the grid, with lesser at stake. Back-markers make for interesting drives when the leaders are in a predictable procession. Each constructor plays its role and the Swiss team can look to build again from the back.