Ferrari suffered a defeat at the hands of Mercedes in the recent Formula 1 race in Spain. It seems that their upgrade did not perform as expected. However, as they prepare for the Austrian Grand Prix, Leclerc remains hopeful that Ferrari can recover.
In Spielberg, Leclerc expressed his belief that the car has the potential to succeed. He emphasized the need to optimize their package to achieve the desired results. Leclerc acknowledged that they failed to do so in Montréal, especially regarding the tires, which were outside their operating window. In Barcelona, they simply lacked speed. Despite these setbacks, Leclerc expressed confidence in their preparation for the Austrian Grand Prix, stating that the work in the simulator went well and they are ready to fight.
When asked about the suitability of the Red Bull Ring for the SF-24, Leclerc noted that their difficulties have mainly been in long, low-speed corners, which are less frequent on this track. This is a positive sign for Ferrari. However, they are also actively working to improve their performance in these corners. Leclerc acknowledged that they have made progress in the past races, but they still need to put it all together. Nevertheless, he remains optimistic that they will have a good performance this weekend.
Since their victory in Monaco, Leclerc and Ferrari have faced difficulties. When asked, Leclerc addressed the rumors that the team may have made mistakes in their setup.
“I don’t believe so,” he stated. “In Montréal, we successfully identified the issues, which mainly originated from the tires. In Barcelona, it was purely a matter of lack of speed, as we were slower than expected.
“However, I do not believe that we have failed to optimize our overall package. We will continue to work on ourselves and strive to optimize the new components installed in the car. This was our first race in Barcelona and there is still more work to be done to understand and fully utilize these new parts.
“However, I do not believe that the problems encountered in Montreal and Barcelona are indicative of a larger trend,” he said.
Although Leclerc acknowledged the difficulties of the Ferrari in low-speed corners, it was pointed out to him that the SF-24 also seemed to have difficulties in high-speed situations during the Spanish GP in Barcelona.
He gave an explanation, stating: “During the race, it is often challenging to evaluate due to extensive tire management. We may be putting more effort into sectors 9 and 13 compared to others, which may appear as a weakness externally, but may not be the case in reality.
“However, during qualifying, we clearly lost significant ground in turns 5 and 10 in Barcelona. Turn 10, in particular, aligns with the characteristics I mentioned earlier – slow and long corners characterized by low speeds.
“These are the areas that we really need to focus on. In qualifying, I do not believe that turns 9 and 13 represented major weaknesses,” he concluded.
Leclerc enters the Austrian GP in third place in the 2024 Formula 1 Drivers’ Championship, behind second-placed Lando Norris by just two points. Meanwhile, Max Verstappen maintains a considerable lead of 69 points over the British driver.
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The football star Lionel Messi scored an incredible goal in yesterday’s match against rival Barcelona. The Argentine player once again showed why he is considered one of the best in the world, by scoring a spectacular goal in the 90th minute of the second half. With this victory, Messi’s team is now leading the championship.
The match started with Barcelona dominating the game and scoring the first goal early on. It seemed like it would be another easy victory for the home team. However, Messi showed his genius by dribbling past three players and finishing with skill, equalizing the game. It was a magical moment that left the fans in awe.
In the second half, Barcelona came back strong and scored another goal, putting themselves back in the lead. But Messi didn’t give up and continued fighting until the last minute. In the 90th minute, he received the ball at the edge of the area and, with a powerful shot, found the back of the net, securing the draw for his team.
After the goal, Messi celebrated with his teammates, showing the unity and determination of the group. It was an important victory for the team, which is now leading the championship. The fans are excited about Messi’s performance and believe he can lead the team to the title.
This match was another demonstration of Lionel Messi’s talent and skill. The Argentine player is one of the greatest icons in world football and continues to surprise with his incredible plays. It’s no wonder he is considered one of the best players of all time.
Messi’s next match will be against a tough opponent, but the fans are confident that he can lead the team to victory once again. It will be another challenge for the football star, who is accustomed to overcoming obstacles and shining in decisive moments. All eyes will be on him once again.
