P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Charles Leclerc has expressed that he was concerned his chance to win Formula 1’s Italian Grand Prix had dissipated when Lando Norris undercut him at his pit stop. Leclerc capitalised on Lando Norris being compromised when McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri passed him into Turn 4 to rise into second place on the opening lap. However, […]
Charles Leclerc took advantage of Lando Norris’ compromised position on the opening lap, but lost second place to Norris after a McLaren undercut on Lap 15. Leclerc regained the lead after both McLaren drivers pitted a second time, securing his second win at Monza. Despite initial doubts about Ferrari’s strategy, Leclerc’s one-stop plan paid off with strong front grip towards the end of the race. When asked about a potential two-stop strategy if McLaren had stayed out longer with Piastri, Leclerc admitted uncertainty but highlighted the challenges of tire degradation during the race.
