P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ferrari’s double-Q2 exit at Imola clearly took its toll on Charles Leclerc, who sounds increasingly fearful about its 2025 prospects
At Imola, Charles Leclerc expressed his disappointment with Ferrari’s performance, apologizing to the Tifosi for an 11th and 12th place finish in qualifying. He admitted to feeling frustrated and lacking hope for the race due to the car’s current potential. Leclerc described Ferrari’s current state as “P-nowhere” and emphasized the car’s lack of performance rather than setup issues. In contrast, Lewis Hamilton was devastated after qualifying, feeling gutted by the team’s inability to match the pace of rivals like Max Verstappen. Despite feeling good with the car’s setup, Hamilton highlighted the need for upgrades to close the performance gap. Leclerc believes Monaco, where he won in 2024, may not be the solution to Ferrari’s struggles, suggesting a challenging road ahead for the team.
