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Charles Leclerc claimed Italian GP victory 12 months ago, and now he is looking to start from the front at Monza.
Charles Leclerc hinted at his potential to contend for pole position at the Italian Grand Prix based on Ferrari’s promising performance on Friday. Throughout the day’s practice sessions, he finished second on the timesheets, trailing behind Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris. The Monegasque driver was particularly close to Norris in the more representative second practice, hinting at strong pace for the Tifosi to cheer about at Monza. While acknowledging the need for consistency in handling the SF-25, Leclerc expressed confidence in the team’s progress and direction. Despite recognizing McLaren and Red Bull’s potential advantage in speed, Leclerc remains optimistic about his chances of securing a noteworthy pole position with Ferrari’s continued improvements.
