P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Leclerc knew Ferrari could win F1 Australian GP from FP1
Carlos Sainz made an impressive overtake on Max Verstappen on the second lap to take the lead, as Verstappen’s car suffered a rear-right brake failure. The retirement of Verstappen allowed Ferrari to secure a 1-2 finish with Charles Leclerc following closely behind Sainz. The Ferrari team had been confident of their performance potential since the first practice session, believing they could compete for the win. This victory was a significant morale boost for the team and validated the early-season competitiveness of their SF-24 challenger. While acknowledging their recent shortcomings in pit stops and strategy, Leclerc emphasized the team’s progress and emphasized the importance of consistently maximizing their race results to challenge Red Bull. Sainz and Leclerc both highlighted the encouraging signs of Ferrari’s improved pace and competitiveness, aiming to maintain their momentum and continue pushing forward to achieve more victories in the future.
