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Ferrari Formula 1 boss Frederic Vasseur has admitted that the team was surprised Charles Leclerc managed to take fourth in
Leclerc started second but struggled with brake temperatures, dropping to fifth behind Russell, Perez, and Sainz. Despite recovering one position, Leclerc felt second place was within reach without the brake issue. Team principal Vasseur explained that the front brake temperature imbalance made the first 20 laps challenging. Sainz managed to secure the final podium spot, finishing closely behind Perez. Ferrari aims to improve despite showcasing the second-fastest car in the season opener and heads to the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix with 27 points, trailing Red Bull but leading Mercedes.
