Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton Lament Lack of Ferrari Power at Japanese Grand Prix

Leclerc at Japanese GP: Podium, Battles & Ferrari's Progress | F1 News - Archysport

Leclerc Salvages Third Place in Japanese Grand Prix, Laments Safety Car Timing SUZUKA, JAPAN – Charles Leclerc secured a third-place finish at the Japanese Grand Prix on Sunday, marking Ferrari’s third podium result in as many races to start the 2026 Formula 1 season. However, the Monegasque driver expressed frustration with the timing of a mid-race Safety Car, believing it hampered his chances of challenging for a higher position. The race, hel…

Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton lament lack of Ferrari power at Japanese Grand Prix

Leclerc fought hard throughout, managing pressure and strategy to secure third place despite the disruption of the Safety Car: “It was a bit of a sweaty one. Obviously, the Safety Car, we got a little...

Leclerc claims podium in Japan as Antonelli makes history

Charles Leclerc delivered a composed and determined drive at the Japanese Grand Prix to secure third place at Suzuka on Sunday, March 29, giving the Monégasque Ferrari driver a solid points haul as the 2026 Formula 1 season begins to take shape. In a race that will be remembered for Kimi Antonelli’s stunning victory and […] The post Leclerc claims podium in Japan as Antonelli makes history appeared first on NEWS.MC - Monaco News.

Charles Leclerc: "Choosing where to use energy at Suzuka was like playing chess"

A hard-fought and well-deserved third place was achieved by Charles Leclerc at the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix. The Ferrari driver had to battle throughout the entire race with the resurgent McLaren cars and with the Mercedes of George Russell, overcoming the setback caused by the untimely Safety Car deployment, which had dropped him to fifth position and temporarily favored drivers who had not yet pitted. It was an outstanding performance, highlig…