Leclerc was disappointed with his performance in the qualifying session of the Austrian Formula 1 Grand Prix, as he believed he had the potential to secure a third place. Despite Ferrari’s ongoing difficulties, Leclerc showed promise during the qualifying session, initially securing the third place. However, errors on his final lap prevented him from improving his position. Leclerc expressed frustration with his mistakes, acknowledging that he had the speed to compete at the top. He admitted that his errors cost him a better result, but remained optimistic about the race, citing improvements in the setup of his car. While recognizing the challenge of keeping up with Max Verstappen and Lando Norris, Leclerc believed that Ferrari could compete with Mercedes if they executed a flawless race.