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P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Sainz: Leclerc start battle cost Ferrari in F1 China GP
In the Chinese Grand Prix, Leclerc and Sainz started sixth and seventh but lost positions to George Russell and Nico Hulkenberg. Leclerc’s tyre struggles and a moment in the second sector hindered his progress. While Hulkenberg was overtaken easily, Russell posed a tougher challenge. Sainz eventually finished fifth after a challenging race. Ferrari struggled for pace in Shanghai despite high expectations. Sainz expressed the need to improve performance on circuits like Shanghai to address the team’s challenges. Leclerc and Sainz had competitive battles throughout the race, reflecting the team’s determination in overcoming obstacles.
