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Leclerc buoyed by Ferrari strategy call ahead of Qatar GP
Monegasque driver Charles Leclerc was one of the few drivers to use the Soft compound during the shortened 19-lap race. Despite starting in sixth position, he was able to challenge for the top three positions on the opening lap with his tyre advantage. However, he had to settle for fourth place after defending against his teammate Carlos Sainz. As his tyres began to degrade, he fell back in the field and was eventually overtaken by Lewis Hamilton. After the race, Leclerc reflected on the tyre strategy and expressed optimism for the Medium tyre in the upcoming race. He also noted the benefits of the Medium tyre in the final corner of the circuit. Overall, he is happy with the team’s strategy and is looking forward to maximizing their performance in the next race.
Source: Motorsport Week
