P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Charles Leclerc has sought to water expectations of victory following a strong showing in FP2 for the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix.
In FP2, Charles Leclerc and Ferrari proved to be the closest challengers to Lando Norris and McLaren, hinting at a potential titanic battle between two of F1’s iconic teams. Leclerc played down his practice performance, viewing Friday as a starting point for the weekend with room for improvement. Despite a positive start in Singapore, Leclerc emphasized the need to push forward and adapt quickly to changing conditions. With a successful history at the circuit, Ferrari aims to build on their form, while Leclerc remains optimistic about achieving pole position. On the other hand, teammate Carlos Sainz faced brake issues during FP2, impacting his pace and confidence, yet he believes they can still contend for victory. Despite challenges, both Ferrari drivers see potential for an intriguing weekend ahead in Singapore.
