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Leclerc Blasts Antonelli and Piastri After Devastating Brazilian GP Crash Ends Podium Hopes

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
November 10, 2025
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Leclerc Blasts Antonelli and Piastri After Devastating Brazilian GP Crash Ends Podium Hopes

Title: Chaos Unleashed: Charles Leclerc Blasts Rivals After Devastating Brazilian GP Exit

In a dramatic turn of events at the Brazilian Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc found himself sidelined in a catastrophic collision that has sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 community. The Monegasque driver, once poised for a podium finish, pointed fingers at Kimi Antonelli and Oscar Piastri, claiming both played pivotal roles in his untimely retirement during the tumultuous sixth lap.

After a fierce battle on the track, Leclerc’s hopes were dashed when Piastri attempted a risky maneuver underneath the Mercedes of Antonelli, resulting in a collision that sent the Ferrari crashing out of contention. His front-left wheel was ruthlessly damaged, forcing him to retire his vehicle at the end of the back straight—a crushing blow to his aspirations in a race where he was a strong contender.

Leclerc didn’t hold back in his post-race analysis, asserting that Kimi Antonelli bore just as much responsibility for the incident as Piastri. “It’s a shame. Collateral damage of an incident between Oscar and Kimi where, in my opinion, Kimi was as much to blame as Oscar,” Leclerc stated emphatically. He described the crash as a “50:50 incident,” criticizing both drivers for their reckless driving and leaving him as an innocent victim of their miscalculations.

The race took a further turn for Ferrari, with teammate Lewis Hamilton also retiring after suffering severe floor damage. The double blow has left the Scuderia reeling, as their title hopes took a significant hit at Interlagos. With Leclerc and Hamilton unable to finish, Ferrari slipped to fourth in the Constructors’ Championship standings, trailing behind Mercedes and McLaren, who capitalized on Ferrari’s misfortune by matching their points haul of 43 in the event.

Piastri, facing the consequences of his actions, was handed a 10-second time penalty and two penalty points on his license, as officials determined that he failed to comply with the overtaking guidelines. The rules dictate that the overtaking car must have its front axle level with the outside car’s mirror and execute the maneuver in a fully controlled manner. However, Piastri’s attempt to dive inside while losing grip ultimately led to the chaos that ensued.

Leclerc’s frustration is palpable as he reflects on the missed opportunity, particularly with the Constructors’ Championship race heating up with only three races and one sprint remaining in the season. “Very frustrating considering we are fighting for the second in the Constructors’ Championship. We are the only ones not finishing the race today,” he lamented, underscoring the impact of this misadventure on Ferrari’s season.

As the dust settles on a tumultuous Brazilian GP, the fallout from this clash will undoubtedly reverberate through the paddock, leaving fans and analysts alike pondering the implications for the remainder of the season. With the competition tightening, every point counts, and Leclerc’s hopes for redemption may hinge on the upcoming races as he seeks to bounce back from this devastating setback.

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