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Charles Leclerc says he would have signed up for a second place in the Qatar Grand Prix ahead of the race after being surprised by Ferrari’s ability to take points off McLaren. Max Verstappen held …
Charles Leclerc was pleasantly surprised by Ferrari’s ability to take points off McLaren in the Qatar Grand Prix, expressing his satisfaction with finishing second in the race. Leclerc acknowledged the challenges posed by the track characteristics that did not suit Ferrari’s car, but was pleased to close the gap in the constructors’ championship to 21 points. Despite initial expectations of struggling against McLaren’s strong race pace and Max Verstappen’s performance, Ferrari managed to exceed their own expectations and secure a positive weekend. Leclerc highlighted the team’s decision to focus on themselves rather than worrying about the competition, crediting their approach for the successful outcome. Looking ahead, Ferrari aims to improve their performance on similar tracks while celebrating their teamwork and achievements in Qatar.
