Leclerc's Q3 Struggles: How Battles on Track Affect Lap Times

In a challenging qualifying session, Charles Leclerc expressed his frustrations after losing significant lap time while overtaking Max Verstappen during Q3. This encounter hindered his performance on what could have been a stronger flying lap.

Our Take:

Leclerc's situation highlights the ongoing challenge of traffic in qualifying sessions, especially when drivers like Verstappen are on their own competitive laps. It's a stark reminder that strategy plays a crucial role, and teams must find ways to better manage track positioning to optimize performance.

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Source: Keith Collantine