Charles Leclerc displays on his duel with Ferrari teammate Lewis Hamilton in US GP: “I defended my place”
At the USA Grand Prix in Austin, the circuit the place he secured his final profession win a 12 months in the past, Charles Leclerc celebrated his sixth podium of the 2025 season. Ending third, he delivered an aggressive and dedicated race, beginning on smooth tires—the one driver within the prime ten to take action—and switching to medium tires within the second stint. By overtaking Lando Norris in the beginning utilizing the tire benefit, Charles Leclerc defended strongly towards the McLaren driver’s assaults however finally needed to concede 5 laps from the top.
Earlier than his pit cease, Charles Leclerc additionally had a quick however entertaining duel with his Ferrari teammate Lewis Hamilton, who finally completed fourth. In accordance with Charles Leclerc, the intra-team battle didn’t affect the general final result of the Grand Prix.
Dueling with Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton
“Actually, I’m undecided how a lot time we misplaced. I wasn’t conscious I’d be pitting on that lap. Ultimately, I ran my race and defended my place, and I’ve no regrets. We couldn’t have carried out extra, particularly since Lando had extra tempo than us. In our battle, he couldn’t overtake simply, nevertheless it was clear he would finally succeed. I’ve no regrets; I loved the race as a result of it was enjoyable,” Charles Leclerc instructed Sky Sport F1 after the race which was held at the Circuit of the Americas.
He added, talking in regards to the Ferrari staff: “We’re working effectively, even when there are issues across the staff we are able to’t management. There are noises and rumors that we don’t wish to hear and that aren’t even justified. We all know learn how to keep targeted on our work even in these situations, and a weekend like this proves it. I’m very pleased with the staff; we made progress, particularly from Friday to Saturday, because of the superb work carried out each at headquarters and on monitor. It was an ideal weekend. The automotive’s potential doesn’t but permit us to win, nevertheless it was a really robust efficiency.” – the Monegasque driver concluded.
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