During the live broadcast of SkySport F1 after the 2023 Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix, which was held yesterday at the Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona, F1 journalist Carlo Vanzini discussed the situation of Ferrari and the small ‘misunderstanding’ that occurred between Charles Leclerc and the Ferrari pit wall in the second part of the race. Here are some of his most important statements:
Carlo Vanzini’s commentary
Despite the updates brought to the track by Ferrari, Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc finished the race in fifth and eleventh positions respectively. The haul for the Prancing Horse can be far from satisfying in Spain, as well as in this first part of the 2023 Formula One championship.
“At the moment, Ferrari is a construction site,” emphasizes Carlo Vanzini on the sidelines of the race. He then observes: “Let’s remember that both Mercedes and Ferrari have changed their philosophy but couldn’t change the chassis due to the budget cap. They can only do it next season.” “It’s a Ferrari that is conducting tests. In my opinion, today, well…” continues the journalist, pausing when asked to give his overall assessment.
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Analysis of the “cold” Charles Leclerc – Ferrari situation
On lap 43 of the race, Charles Leclerc was called into the pits for his second pit stop. The Monegasque driver wanted soft tires on his car, and initially, his wish was granted via radio. Then, surprisingly, a decision was made to mount hard tires. This triggered the perplexity of car number 16, who reacted with a deafening silence. In this regard, Carlo Vanzini states:
“If they tell you, ‘let’s go with the hard tires,’ and you say, ‘no, no, let’s go with the soft ones,’ and they respond, ‘okay, let’s go with the soft ones,’ and then as you come in, they tell you, ‘we’ll put on the hard ones,’ it’s clear that you want to say, ‘wait, excuse me…’ It’s not so much about controversy… I believe he didn’t speak anymore because he expected a bit more clarity.” – the Italian journalist pointed out at the end of the Spanish Grand Prix.
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