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How Ferrari’s F1 upgrades have boosted Leclerc’s confidence
During the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Charles Leclerc secured pole position but was unable to convert it into a podium finish due to losing the lead at the start and making a strategy error. He ultimately finished in sixth place but was later disqualified for excessive wear on his car’s floor plank. However, this result overshadowed the fact that Leclerc and teammate Carlos Sainz have been experiencing fluctuations in confidence with their 2023 car. Ferrari’s season has been plagued by inconsistent performance, which they have been working to address. The recent floor tweaks introduced in Japan have made a significant difference for Leclerc, allowing him to make fewer compromises on car balance and gain more confidence. Despite the improvements, Leclerc acknowledges that there is still work to be done. The updates have also helped him catch up to Sainz’s performance, although Ferrari’s team boss, Fred Vasseur, believes the changes will benefit both drivers rather than favoring one over the other.
Source: motorsport
