Charles Leclerc’s Qatar GP Nightmare: A Shocking Revelation of Ferrari’s SF-25 Failures!
In a dramatic turn of events at the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc has expressed immense relief at escaping what can only be described as a catastrophic weekend for Ferrari and its beleaguered SF-25. The Monegasque driver, renowned for his exceptional speed and skill, found himself mired in mediocrity at the Lusail International Circuit from November 28-30, as Ferrari’s hopes of competing at the front seemed to evaporate before their eyes.
Leclerc’s performance was nothing short of dismal. His trajectory for the weekend can only be characterized as a downward spiral: starting with a lackluster eighth place in Free Practice 1, he limped to a disappointing ninth in Sprint Qualifying, and then fell even further into obscurity with a 13th-place finish in the Sprint Race. Qualifying saw him barely scrape into the top ten, securing a 10th position, but the Grand Prix itself saw him finish eighth—an astonishing 56.8 seconds off the leader. This is not just a poor showing; it’s a stark reminder of Ferrari’s historical decline.
The SF-25, which promised so much at the season’s outset, has proven to be a nightmare to handle. Leclerc’s frustration boiled over as he struggled to maintain control, visibly fighting the car throughout qualifying. His final attempt was marred by a spin that robbed him of any chance to improve his position, leaving him alongside a similarly struggling Lewis Hamilton, who also failed to find any rhythm in his Ferrari-powered machine.
Leclerc’s weekend results paint a grim picture: 12th, 18th, 17th, 18th, and 12th across various sessions, revealing a shocking lack of competitiveness. With Ferrari now languishing in fourth place in the constructors’ championship—far from their once lofty aspirations of title contention—this weekend felt like a crushing defeat. They sit a staggering 44 points behind Red Bull and are 418 points adrift of McLaren, who are dominating the field. The gap is so wide that even doubling Ferrari’s current points tally would still leave them trailing.
In a candid assessment, Leclerc lamented the state of the SF-25, stating, “I had no confidence in the car, I had no pace in the car. I had nothing in the car, so it’s just… I’m quite glad the weekend is over, to be honest. It was a very frustrating race from the very first lap to the very last lap.” His words echo the sentiment of fans and analysts alike, highlighting the stark reality of Ferrari’s current plight.
As the season draws to a close, Leclerc is desperately looking to salvage some pride at the upcoming Abu Dhabi GP. He expressed hope for a more positive outcome, emphasizing the importance of finishing on a high note: “I’m just really looking forward to Abu Dhabi and trying to finish the season on a more positive note. It would be quite depressing to go on holiday with two weekends just like this weekend.”
The Abu Dhabi GP, taking place from December 5-7, promises to be a thrilling showdown, with Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri, and Max Verstappen all vying for the championship in a historic three-way finale. As Ferrari grapples with its internal turmoil, the contrast couldn’t be starker. The time has come for the Scuderia to rise from the ashes, but after this weekend’s disheartening performance, the path ahead looks daunting.
Can Leclerc defy the odds and lead Ferrari back to glory, or will the SF-25 continue to be a liability? The world will be watching as the pressure mounts in the final race of the season!
