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Charles Leclerc battles fiercely with lift and coast strategy in Austrian GP.

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June 30, 2025
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Charles Leclerc battles fiercely with lift and coast strategy in Austrian GP.

Formula One F1 - Austrian Grand Prix - Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, Austria - June 29, 2025 Ferrari's Charles Leclerc celebrates on the podium after finishing third in the Austrian Grand Prix REUTERS/Leonhard Foeger

Charles Leclerc Unleashes Frustration Over “Boring” Strategy at Austrian GP

In a heart-pounding revelation, Charles Leclerc bared his soul about the “boring” and frustrating lift and coast strategy he had to endure during the Austrian Grand Prix. Despite clinching a spot on the podium with a commendable third-place finish, the Monegasque driver couldn’t contain his disappointment at the start that saw him lose the second position to McLaren’s Oscar Piastri. Leclerc’s race was marred by the need to constantly lift and coast to manage issues on the Ferrari SF25.

During the post-race press conference, Leclerc expressed his dissatisfaction, stating, “There weren’t very many key moments on my side. Basically, from Turn 1 to the end, it was a very boring race. I was on my own, just trying to manage quite a few issues that we had on our side. Let’s not call them issues, but we’ve got to do some management in the situation we’re in at the moment. I won’t go into the detail, but the lift and coast was a little bit frustrating.”

The Ferrari team instructed both Leclerc and his teammate Lewis Hamilton to employ a lift and coast strategy throughout the Grand Prix to prevent excessive wear of the plank. This precautionary measure was implemented following the team’s double disqualification from the Chinese Grand Prix due to a similar issue.

Despite facing these challenges, Ferrari introduced new upgrades in the form of a revamped floor for the race weekend at the Red Bull Ring. Leclerc confirmed that these upgrades marked a significant improvement for the team. He commended the team’s relentless efforts, stating, “The team has done an incredible job at pushing to try and get them as early as possible.”

Leclerc remained optimistic about Ferrari’s future performance, emphasizing the team’s continuous drive for excellence. He expressed hope that upcoming upgrades would narrow the gap between Ferrari and its competitors, aiming to challenge McLaren, Red Bull, and Mercedes on their best days.

With the intense pressure and fierce competition in Formula 1, Leclerc’s candid insights shed light on the intricate strategies and challenges faced by drivers and teams in their quest for victory. The rollercoaster of emotions and the high-stakes drama of each race keep fans on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating the next twist in this adrenaline-fueled sport.

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