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“There are these kinds of laps and you look and you’re just a bit lost for words and you don’t understand where the performance comes from.”
In the 2025 F1 season, Charles Leclerc was surprised by McLaren’s dominance in hot conditions and expressed being “lost for words.”
McLaren is currently leading both the drivers’ and constructors’ championships this season, showcasing their strong performance.
The intense battle for the drivers’ championship is between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, with Max Verstappen trailing behind in third place.
Despite Ferrari’s efforts, McLaren holds a substantial lead of over 200 points in the constructors’ championship.
Leclerc praised McLaren’s significant performance improvements, especially in hot weather conditions, highlighting their exceptional pace on track.
Ferrari introduced upgrades to close the performance gap, but Leclerc acknowledged that McLaren’s advantage is not solely due to one upgrade, but a combination of factors contributing to their success in the 2025 F1 season.
