Charles Leclerc’s recent woes with Ferrari have left fans and experts baffled as the star driver struggled to find his pace at the Miami Grand Prix. Despite his best efforts, Leclerc faced setbacks right from the start, with a disastrous collision with the barrier before the Sprint race even began.
The Monegasque racer expressed frustration with the team’s decision to go out on Intermediates in rainy conditions, leading to a series of events that ultimately cost him valuable positions on the grid. Leclerc acknowledged his own role in the mishap but pointed out that Ferrari’s strategy also played a significant part in his lackluster performance.
As Leclerc tried to make up for lost ground in the main event, he found himself grappling with an unusual handling issue in his Ferrari, further complicating his race weekend. Despite making adjustments to the car’s setup, Leclerc could only manage an eighth-place finish, raising concerns about the team’s overall performance.
The Ferrari driver’s struggles in Miami have shed light on the limitations of the SF-25 machine, leaving Leclerc and the team frustrated with their current form. Leclerc admitted that while he feels they are maximizing the car’s potential, it simply falls short compared to their competitors, as evidenced by their finishing position.
Moving forward, Leclerc and Ferrari will need to address the underlying issues with the car and their strategies to bounce back stronger in the upcoming races. With the Formula 1 season heating up, all eyes will be on Leclerc and Ferrari as they work to overcome these hurdles and return to the front of the grid.