Charles Leclerc performed excellently in the first two sessions of the year, first in third place, and then already as the fastest driver. Namely, quite decisively.
Because in FP2 he managed to overtake both McLaren drivers, and finishing ahead of the secret favorite is never a bad CV. Leclerc doesn't make a big fuss, but...
“It was really good. We prepared perfectly for the second practice session because the car is very easy to drive, it gave a maximum feeling. Of course, there are things we need to adjust and improve, for example, I am not completely satisfied with the balance, but we are much better than in Bahrain, in the tests. I would like to not get off the ground, but after a day like this, I am looking forward to tomorrow and trying to get to pole position!
It is also important to emphasize that we have not yet seen the real performance of the others. Some hide more, others less, but McLaren will definitely be at the top. Red Bull seems to be suffering at the moment, but they are Red Bull Racing, with them you never know... Especially with Max Verstappen, who would be a big mistake to underestimate at any time, I am sure they will be strong opponents, just like Mercedes. An interesting day awaits us! - declared Charles Leclerc with gentle confidence.
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