News Details
Leclerc defied Bahrain order because 'Vettel pass was safe'
Ferrari's Charles Leclerc justified his defiance of a team order to remain behind Sebastian Vettel in Bahrain by his clearly superior pace relative to his team mate. Despite securing his maiden F1 pole in Bahrain, Leclerc lost out to Vettel and Mercedes' Valtteri Bottas at the start. However, the Monegasque quickly dispatched the Finn before catching up with his team mate. Leclerc then informed his team over the radio that he was quicker than Vettel, but was told to stay behind for two laps. Ecclestone: Hamilton like a 'mental block' for Vettel The 21-year-old disregarded the order and overtook Vettel for the lead on the outside of Turn 1. Queried on the matter in China, Leclerc explained...
Full Story »
Full Story »
You May Also Be Interested In...
Leclerc explains reason for ignoring Ferrari orders...
Charles Leclerc says the opportunity to execute a safe overtaking...
6y ago from GPFans.com
Leclerc engine 'safe' for China
The engine that thwarted Charles Leclerc's push for a sure victory in...
6y ago from GPFans.com
Sauber puts another Leclerc on its roster!
There's apparently more talent from where Charles Leclerc came from!...
6y ago from F1i.com
A threat from Ferrari that never came to pass
As McLaren ramps up its preparations for next month's Indy 500, one may...
6y ago from F1i.com
Elsewhere On The Network
Popular On MGPToday.com
Marc Marquez on fairytale Honda return: “It’s more...
No description available...
15h ago from Motorsport.com
Marc Marquez assesses his Ducati future beyond 2026...
Nine-time MotoGP champion Marc Marquez will be a key figure in the rider...
1d ago from MotorsportWeek.c...
MotoGP 2026: Team launches and pre-season testing...
No description available...
1d ago from Motorsport.com
Aleix Espargaro quits pro cycling after injuries...
No description available...
2d ago from Motorsport.com
Popular On IndyCarToday.com
Barnes: A wishlist for the 2026 IndyCar season
No description available...
13h ago from Motorsport.com
Scott Dixon awarded prestigious New Zealand honor
To close out 2025, one of IndyCar’s most decorated drivers was awarded...
2d ago from MotorsportWeek.c...
Exclusive: Nolan Siegel on hot seat entering contract...
No description available...
3d ago from Motorsport.com
Top five memorable drives of the 2025 IndyCar season
No description available...
4d ago from Motorsport.com
Popular On TotalWRC.com
These are leading contenders for the 2026 Dakar Rally
No description available...
20h ago from Motorsport.com
Juan Cruz Yacopini to miss 2026 Dakar Rally after sea...
No description available...
21h ago from Motorsport.com
Sebastien Ogier pays tribute to WRC rival that...
No description available...
2d ago from Motorsport.com
Popular On GunnersToday.com
Mikel Arteta explains the real reason he's dropped...
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has now opened up on the situation of...
9h ago from CaughtOffside.com
Bournemouth vs Arsenal Prediction and Betting Tips |...
The Premier League returns to the fold with another set of matches this...
13h ago from SportsKeeda.com
‘Let’s break it’: Mikel Arteta urges leaders...
t;li>Side failed to win league last five times after being top on New...
19h ago from TheGuardian.com
Transfer boost for Arsenal and Liverpool, target makes...
Real Madrid attacker Rodrygo Goes has been linked with a move away from...
15h ago from CaughtOffside.com
Comments
Hottest News
Mercedes trounce Red Bull and Ferrari in McLaren pursuit...
It is clear F1 fans see a repeat of 2014 on the... Read More »
44m ago from RacingNews365.com
F1 News Today: Max Verstappen team-mate plans unveiled as...
Red Bull F1 boss Laurent Mekies has revealed what... Read More »
1h ago from GPFans.com
Outside Line: Fatherly advice for Isack Hadjar
Ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season, one name... Read More »
54m ago from GrandPrix247.com
