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 struggled with locking up his front tyres, causing him to drop to fourth place from second. Leclerc revealed that the issue began from the start of the race and only improved around lap 15 or 20. He mentioned that the problem was worsening every lap, affecting his braking for Turn 9-10. The team informed him of a significant temperature difference between the front right and front left tyres. Leclerc decided to focus on bringing the car safely to the finish line as the issue persisted throughout the race. Despite finishing fourth, Leclerc expressed disappointment as he believed a second-place finish was within reach. Ferrari will investigate the brake issue to determine if a permanent solution is needed for the upcoming Saudi Arabian GP.
