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Charles Leclerc is hoping to emerge from the Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend with a victory in hand.
Following Friday practice in Las Vegas, Charles Leclerc pointed out Ferrari’s weakness over one lap, finishing the second practice session in fifth place, trailing leader Lewis Hamilton by half a second. Despite their strong one-lap pace last year that saw Leclerc taking pole position, the Ferrari team appears to be lagging behind their competitors this season. Leclerc admitted they are struggling to get the tires up to temperature and praised Mercedes for their strong performance so far. Despite the challenges in qualifying, he remains optimistic about their race pace and hopes for a successful weekend overall. The team will focus on fine-tuning the car to strike the right balance between qualifying and the race, aiming to find a compromise that will improve their performance in both aspects. Leclerc expressed confidence in their ability to be stronger and compete at the top in the upcoming sessions, emphasizing the importance of finding the right balance for a successful outcome.
