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Charles Leclerc says Ferrari is drawing on Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes-honed experience as the team attempts to overcome its long-standing struggles in wet conditions – a weakness that could once again be exposed in F1’s Belgian GP.
Ferrari is seeking to improve its performance in wet conditions, drawing inspiration from Lewis Hamilton’s experience with Mercedes, as they have struggled in such weather for over a decade.
Despite having talented drivers like Sebastian Vettel and Carlos Sainz, Ferrari has not won a wet race since 2012, highlighting their weakness.
They hope to leverage Hamilton’s wet-weather expertise, particularly after his remarkable performance at Silverstone in 2008.
Charles Leclerc acknowledges Ferrari’s challenges in the rain and emphasizes the need to work on it.
Leclerc notes the team’s efforts to understand and address the issue, including using Hamilton’s insights.
Although Leclerc secured a surprising P3 in qualifying at Spa, he remains cautious about the team’s chances in the race, stressing the importance of staying focused.
