P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ferrari’s low-key start to the 2025 F1 season is starting to wear on Charles Leclerc, who admitted after qualifying for the Saudi Arabian GP that he is worried the SF-25 isn’t getting closer to the front
Charles Leclerc expressed his concern over Ferrari’s slow start in the 2025 Formula 1 season, feeling frustrated with the SF-25’s performance compared to rivals. Despite outperforming Lewis Hamilton, Leclerc still struggles with the car’s lack of grip, leading to subpar qualifying results. He mentioned facing challenges with oversteer and understeer, hindering his ability to match the pace of front-runners. While finding a good setup that suits his driving style, Leclerc is disappointed by the team’s inability to close the gap to the leading cars, even after introducing upgrades. With a substantial points deficit in the standings, he remains optimistic about aiming for a podium finish in the upcoming races.
