P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Charles Leclerc failed to convert pole position into victory after finishing second in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Charles Leclerc expressed his fear of crashing during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix due to losing grip on his hard tires, following a strong start from pole position. Despite retaining the lead after a pit stop for hard tires, Leclerc was eventually overtaken by Piastri and had to defend to secure second place. Leclerc admitted he struggled with tire management, almost crashing towards the end of the race. He acknowledged not defending well enough during a crucial moment and learned from the experience. Leclerc praised McLaren and Piastri’s performance and expressed hope for the safety of Perez and Sainz after their crash.
