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Leclerc Warns Against ‘High Expectations’ at US GP
Leclerc said Ferrari should not expect major gains from its new package after the team topped both practice sessions and finished second in the race.
- Charles Leclerc secured a runner-up finish at the United States Grand Prix, charging past Max Verstappen on lap 47 using a strategic two-stop approach to claim the podium spot.
- Despite Ferrari topping both Friday practice sessions, the Scuderia struggled to maintain pace through the weekend, with Leclerc noting the team was "not robust enough" after qualifying difficulties left him fourth on the grid.
- The pit wall adapted swiftly during the race, switching to the hard compound to exploit the SF-26's gentle tire degradation that proved decisive in allowing Leclerc to overtake Verstappen during closing stages.
- Leclerc feels he has "unlocked something" regarding his car setup and driving style in recent races, a technical breakthrough that increased his confidence with the updated aerodynamic package.
- The result leaves the driver fifth in the standings, nine points behind George Russell, though Leclerc remains optimistic about securing a race win before the season concludes.
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Leclerc too fast for Verstappen to claim second
Charles Leclerc overtakes Max Verstappen late to claim second spot.
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Austin wasn't a bad Ferrari race, but Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton can't be satisfied. Formula 1 victory went through the rags? "Not robust enough."
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