Last heart-pounding laps for Charles Leclerc. The Monegasque, in tune with a F1-75 competitive round for the first time since the introduction of the technical directive, saw one concrete possibility of winning twenty minutes from the end.
Leclerc dangerous predator, but Perez does not give in
Ferrari's number 16, after setting up a lap that earned him pole position in the yesterday's qualifications, saw the odds of winning diminish right from the start. The little prince didn't get off to the best start, e after the first meters Perez's flaming start allowed the Mexican to overtake him. The number 11 of the Red Bull he managed a few seconds margin until half an hour to go. After the return of the Safety Car caused by Tsunoda, Leclerc stuck to Perez for a few laps, but without having concrete chances of overtaking. The Mexican then extended, and Leclerc, who seemed to be riding on eggs, he had to settle for second place.
Charles on the key moment: "I had a bad start"
The Monegasque reflects on his race, explaining the reason for the 'no' start: “I pushed throughout the race. I had a bad start and had to chase, then after that it was really difficult to do the race. I had a bit of a spin and couldn't push anymore. The race on a physical level was difficult. Now I will have to sleep well to prepare for Japan"
SOURCE: formulapassion
