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Charles Leclerc has revealed that Ferrari has identified a solution to the engine issue that compromised his Canadian Grand Prix to ensure a repeat doesn’t transpire. Leclerc was aiming to recover from a torrid qualifying that put him and team-mate Carlos Sainz down the order when a power unit problem hit him on the second […]
Leclerc experienced a power unit problem during the race, costing him valuable time on the straights and ultimately leading to his retirement due to a premature gamble on slick tires. Ferrari has identified the issue and implemented solutions to prevent a recurrence in the upcoming races. Leclerc highlighted the team’s focus on improving performance after struggling at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve and expressed confidence in a better showing at the Spanish Grand Prix. Despite recent engine scares, Leclerc is not worried about reliability but anticipates a potential grid drop later in the season to introduce fresher power unit components. The team will assess their progress after the race in Barcelona to make informed decisions moving forward.