Charles Leclerc secured a uncommon win for Ferrari on the System 1 Italian Grand Prix in Monza on Sunday, delighting dwelling followers with a daring one-stop technique that paid off. Leclerc managed to carry off Oscar Piastri and his McLaren teammate Lando Norris, regardless of coping with closely degrading tyres, reported AP.
Whereas McLaren, Mercedes, and Purple Bull opted for a two-stop technique because of the quick tempo of the opening stint, Ferrari took a daring strategy with only one pitstop.This gamble paid off, aided by Ferrari’s sturdy tyre administration and a flawless drive from Leclerc. When McLaren realized Ferrari would not pit once more, they instructed Piastri to push arduous.
With eight laps to go, Leclerc maintained a lead of over 11 seconds over Piastri, who had handed Sainz, whose front-left tyre was carrying out regardless of pitting later than Leclerc. Leclerc’s tempo held regular, and regardless of a late push from Piastri, he secured the win by 2.6 seconds.
Ferrari made the strategic determination to solely pit as soon as in the course of the race, a transfer that proved efficient for Leclerc. The workforce’s 9 upgrades additionally contributed to the automotive’s efficiency. The passionate tifosi have been ecstatic, cheering Leclerc on every lap and erupting when he crossed the end line 2.664 seconds forward of Piastri.
“Ferrari followers have been on their toes, stamping and roaring Leclerc’s each lap.” Polesitter Norris completed 6.153 seconds behind Leclerc, whereas championship chief Max Verstappen got here in sixth in his Purple Bull. Leclerc’s win marked Ferrari’s second victory at its dwelling monitor prior to now 14 races. The primary was additionally by Leclerc in 2019.
Earlier than this win, Ferrari’s finest latest finishes in Monza included a second place for Leclerc in 2022 and a 3rd for Carlos Sainz final 12 months.
Whereas McLaren, Mercedes, and Purple Bull opted for a two-stop technique because of the quick tempo of the opening stint, Ferrari took a daring strategy with only one pitstop.This gamble paid off, aided by Ferrari’s sturdy tyre administration and a flawless drive from Leclerc. When McLaren realized Ferrari would not pit once more, they instructed Piastri to push arduous.
With eight laps to go, Leclerc maintained a lead of over 11 seconds over Piastri, who had handed Sainz, whose front-left tyre was carrying out regardless of pitting later than Leclerc. Leclerc’s tempo held regular, and regardless of a late push from Piastri, he secured the win by 2.6 seconds.
Ferrari made the strategic determination to solely pit as soon as in the course of the race, a transfer that proved efficient for Leclerc. The workforce’s 9 upgrades additionally contributed to the automotive’s efficiency. The passionate tifosi have been ecstatic, cheering Leclerc on every lap and erupting when he crossed the end line 2.664 seconds forward of Piastri.
“Ferrari followers have been on their toes, stamping and roaring Leclerc’s each lap.” Polesitter Norris completed 6.153 seconds behind Leclerc, whereas championship chief Max Verstappen got here in sixth in his Purple Bull. Leclerc’s win marked Ferrari’s second victory at its dwelling monitor prior to now 14 races. The primary was additionally by Leclerc in 2019.
Earlier than this win, Ferrari’s finest latest finishes in Monza included a second place for Leclerc in 2022 and a 3rd for Carlos Sainz final 12 months.
