In a surprising turn of events just an hour before the Qatar Grand Prix at the Lusail circuit, Ferrari announced that Carlos Sainz would not participate in the race due to a fuel system issue. This decision left former Ferrari team manager, Peter Windsor, expressing his bewilderment, as he believed such problems could be resolved
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The Qatar Grand Prix proved to be a gruelling test of endurance for Formula 1 drivers, with Charles Leclerc of Ferrari describing it as the most challenging race of his career. The event, held at the Lusail International Circuit, saw drivers battling extreme conditions and tire-related issues, making it a physically and mentally demanding race.
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Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz was sidelined at the Qatar Grand Prix due to an unresolved fuel leak issue with his power unit. The Spanish driver had a tumultuous journey to the grid, with a problematic qualifying session and a subsequent fuel system concern. Sainz was initially slated to begin the race from the 12th position on
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Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc has credited team principal Fred Vasseur for his unflappable demeanour, which has played a pivotal role in the team’s resurgence in Formula 1. Ferrari has been diligently working to unravel the mysteries of its SF-23 car’s struggles, particularly in tire management during races. Since the Dutch Grand Prix following the summer break,
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Lewis Hamilton has revealed that Mercedes are feeling “positive” about their fight with Ferrari for second in the Constructors’ Championship, which is set to continue this weekend at the returning Qatar Grand Prix. Formula last visited the Lusail International Circuit in 2021, with Hamilton being the only driver to have won at the night race.
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Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz has voiced his concerns about the Qatar Grand Prix’s early-season placement, citing the intense heat as a significant challenge. The Losail International Circuit hosts the race in early October, contrasting with its debut in 2021 when it took place in late November. The forecast for the weekend suggests ambient temperatures soaring
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Ex-Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher has warned Charles Leclerc that he’s “at a crossroads”, with Carlos Sainz having become Ferrari’s number one driver in the German’s eyes. 2023 has been a frustrating season for Leclerc, who has lacked consistency compared to Sainz. For the second time in the last three years, Sainz has very much
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Charles Leclerc has admitted that he’ll only ever leave Ferrari when he “doesn’t believe in the project anymore”, as that’ll stop him from performing at his best. Leclerc is currently set to become a free agent in 2025 when his deal expires at the end of next season, although the general expectation is that he
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Charles Leclerc has opened up further about his challenges with Ferrari’s SF-23, recognising the need for adaptation to better suit the car’s characteristics. While Ferrari has experienced a series of competitive weekends since the summer break, their performance in the 2023 season has been inconsistent, heavily influenced by the nature of each track. After ending
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Matt Howson, a Le Mans champion and driver coach, recently shared his insights and connections with multiple drivers on the current Formula 1 grid during an episode of the On Track GP Podcast. Having coached several of these drivers as they transitioned from karting to single-seater racing, Howson has had the unique opportunity to witness
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