P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Leclerc had "more than 100 degrees split" in brake temperature in F1 Bahrain GP
During the 2024 F1 opener, the Ferrari driver encountered front tyre locking issues, resulting in a drop from second place to fourth. Charles Leclerc faced the problem from the opening lap but managed it effectively by lap 15 or 20. The escalating issue made braking challenging, forcing adjustments every lap until it stabilized. The team reported a significant temperature difference between the front tyres, hindering performance. Leclerc aims to analyze the problem for a potential permanent solution before the next race in Saudi Arabia. Despite finishing fourth, he believed a second-place finish was within reach had it not been for the brake troubles.