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Charles Leclerc has highlighted slow-speed cornering as one area Ferrari must strive to address with the upgrades the team is
Ferrari’s decision to revamp its car concept for this season has proven successful, establishing itself as Red Bull’s most consistent rival early in the competition. However, the team has faced challenges with warm-up over a single lap, impacting their starting position and allowing McLaren to surpass them in Shanghai. Leclerc, who was optimistic about reaching the podium from sixth place, expressed surprise at losing five-tenths per lap to Lando Norris on the Hard compound. Looking ahead to the upcoming Miami race, Leclerc anticipates Ferrari may face similar difficulties, especially as McLaren is unveiling new parts. He emphasized the importance of upcoming upgrades for Ferrari’s performance, highlighting the need to address weaknesses, particularly in low-speed corners. Leclerc acknowledged the team’s ongoing efforts to enhance overall performance, with a significant upgrade package planned for debut at Imola next month.
