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Charles Leclerc admits the pain of missing out on the constructors’ championship with Ferrari outweighs the pride at his remarkable recovery drive in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Leclerc started 19th …
Charles Leclerc expressed his disappointment in missing out on the constructors’ championship with Ferrari despite his impressive recovery drive in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Starting 19th due to a power unit penalty, he made a remarkable first lap gaining 11 positions, finishing third behind teammate Carlos Sainz. Leclerc acknowledged McLaren’s superior performance throughout the season, congratulating them on their victory. Despite his aggressive start and maximum effort, Leclerc and Ferrari fell short of their goal, a painful realization at the end of the season. Sainz, finishing second, acknowledged McLaren’s strong performance and expressed pride in Ferrari’s efforts, hoping for a better outcome in the future.