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Charles Leclerc bagged the second pole position of the season for Ferrari in qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix.
Frederic Vasseur praised the “perfect” Ferrari strategy that helped Charles Leclerc secure pole position at the Belgian Grand Prix. Leclerc and Carlos Sainz initially used used intermediate tires in Q3, but switched to fresh sets for the final laps. Leclerc improved to P2, with Verstappen dropping to 11th due to a grid penalty. Vasseur highlighted Ferrari’s flawless strategy in allowing Leclerc to clinch his 25th F1 pole position. Despite the theory that starting from pole at Spa may not be advantageous, Vasseur preferred Leclerc to start first and remains optimistic for the race. Leclerc’s ability to give a slipstream is noted, but Vasseur believes in savoring the moment and focusing on the race ahead.
