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Charles Leclerc believes his performance in the sprint shows he is likely to be able to put Max Verstappen under pressure in Sunday’s Miami Grand Prix. Verstappen started from pole and won th…
Charles Leclerc is confident after his strong performance in the sprint race that he will be able to challenge Max Verstappen in the upcoming Miami Grand Prix on Sunday. Despite starting from pole and winning the sprint, Verstappen faced pressure from Leclerc throughout the race, with the Ferrari driver staying close behind. Leclerc believes he has what it takes to challenge Verstappen on Sunday and hopes to apply more pressure in the race. He highlighted the importance of maintaining DRS advantage and plans to focus on a strong start. With strategic opportunities in sight for Ferrari, Leclerc anticipates a competitive race with a chance to capitalize on their pace. On the other hand, Verstappen acknowledges improvements made on his Red Bull following the sprint and aims for a more predictable and connected performance in the Grand Prix to stay ahead of the competition.