Leclerc Looks Ahead to Barcelona GP with Aero Upgrades and New Brake Set-Up
Charles Leclerc arrives at Barcelona eager to put Monaco behind him, test new brake set-up and aero upgrades, and continue development push.
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What Happened
Charles Leclerc arrived at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya keen to move on after the Monaco weekend and focus on the opportunities ahead. The Monegasque driver is eager to get back behind the wheel of the SF-26 and believes development will play a decisive role in the remainder of the season.
“The only thing I’m looking forward to is getting back in the car tomorrow and putting Monaco behind me. My priority this weekend will be to gain confidence with the new brake set-up we’ve decided to adopt, as well as to test the aero upgrades the team has brought here to Spain.”
Leclerc praised the team for continually pushing forward on the development front and welcomed the agreed changes to the future power unit regulations, believing they will allow drivers to push harder, particularly in qualifying.
“There’s a lot you can learn from a seven-time World Champion. It’s not just about driving, but also about the approach, the way he works and communicates with the team. After all, Formula 1 is very much a team sport for much of the time.”
Why this matters
Leclerc's comments highlight Ferrari's development focus and the importance of driver feedback in Formula 1's competitive season.
Terms in This Story
- aero upgrades
- Aerodynamic improvements to the car's bodywork to increase downforce and reduce drag.
- power unit regulations
- Rules governing the design and operation of the engine and energy recovery systems in Formula 1.
- SF-26
- Ferrari's race car for the 2026 Formula 1 season.
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