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How a 'critical' engine problem nearly cost Leclerc fourth in Singapore
Charles Leclerc experienced a critical engine problem in the final lap of the Singapore Grand Prix, causing his car to overheat and lose pace. Despite this, he managed to bring the car home and secure fourth place, just two-tenths of a second ahead of Max Verstappen. Leclerc mentioned that Singapore is always a critical race and that the team did a good job in managing the situation. He also explained that the engine issue was a major factor, and after being passed by the two Mercedes cars, there was no benefit in pushing hard and risking further damage. Additionally, Leclerc mentioned that they had a good strategy with the Soft tires, but the Safety Car situation caused him to lose several positions.
Source: RacingNews 365
