P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Leclerc knew Ferrari could win F1 Australian GP from FP1
Carlos Sainz overtook Max Verstappen on the second lap to secure a Ferrari 1-2 after Verstappen retired due to a brake failure. The Ferrari team believed they were strong contenders for victory from the first practice session. Charles Leclerc emphasized the significance of the result in boosting team morale and validating the SF-24’s early-season performance. Despite recent criticism for pit stop issues, Leclerc praised the team’s improved performance in 2024. Both Leclerc and Sainz emphasized the importance of seizing opportunities for race wins and maximizing results to compete with Red Bull consistently. Sainz described the race-winning potential of the Ferrari car from the beginning of the race, expressing confidence in their ability to challenge Red Bull.
