Charles Leclerc recognizes that this weekend, at the Qatar Grand Prix, Ferrari will have difficulty regaining points from McLaren.
The Losail circuit is hosting the penultimate round of the Formula 1 World Championship this weekend. If the drivers’ title has already been awarded to Max Verstappen, everything is still possible for the constructors’ title. Indeed, McLaren is only 24 points ahead of Ferrari and 53 over Red Bull. If we include the sprint race and the two Grands Prix to be contested before the end of the season, there are still a maximum of 97 points up for grabs.
Scuderia Ferrari seems to be the team in the best shape at the end of the 2024 season and they could well win a title they have been desperately waiting for for 16 years. However, Charles Leclerc is not very optimistic as the Qatar Grand Prix approaches.
“The battle will last until the end ”, declared the Monegasque pilot. “I think they will be very strong in Qatar. We must have a good weekend.”
The very nature of the circuit is, according to Charles Leclerc, more profitable for the McLaren than for the Ferrari.
“I would be very surprised if we got points back from them, but we have to do it, so we will do our best. But I expect it to be tricky.”
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Carlos Sainz is also skeptical
Charles Leclerc’s teammate, Carlos Sainz, shares the same view and even thinks that the Reds risk dropping to third place this weekend.
“In Qatar the maximum could be a P5 or a P6 because with this car at a circuit like Qatar I expect to struggle and I expect McLaren and Mercedes to be very strong ”, he said.
“I expect McLaren and Mercedes to be very strong. Probably even Red Bull, given how strong they were in qualifying in Austin. I think it will be a very difficult weekend for us”, concluded the Spanish pilot.
Last season, Charles Leclerc finished the race in fifth position while his teammate retired due to a fuel leak.
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**How does the Losail circuit’s unique layout, specifically its focus on high-speed corners and long straights, play into the perceived advantage McLaren holds, and how might Ferrari adapt their strategy to mitigate this?** (This question encourages analysis of the track’s specifics and potential tactical responses.)
## World Today News: F1 Constructors’ Championship – A Fight to the Finish?
**Host:** Welcome to World Today News, where we delve into the hottest topics shaping our world. Today, we’re focused on the thrilling world of Formula One, specifically the battle for the Constructors’ Championship. Joining us are two esteemed F1 analysts, [Guest 1 Name] and [Guest 2 Name]. Welcome to the show.
**Guest 1 & Guest 2:** Thank you for having us.
**Host:** As we head into the Qatar Grand Prix, the excitement is palpable. McLaren currently holds a slender lead over Ferrari in the Constructors’ Championship. While Ferrari enjoyed a strong finish to the season, Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz both express reservations about catching McLaren in Qatar. Let’s explore this.
**Section 1: Assessing the Track Advantage**
**Host:** Charles Leclerc believes the Losail circuit favors McLaren’s car. [Guest 1 Name], do you share this view, and if so, what specific characteristics of the track might give McLaren an edge?
**Guest 1:**
**Host:** [Guest 2 Name], Leclerc mentions that he’d be “surprised” if Ferrari closes the points gap this weekend. Is this pessimism justified, or could Ferrari pull off an upset?
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**Section 2: Ferrari’s Performance and Desenvolvimento**
**Host:** Carlos Sainz anticipates a “very difficult weekend” for Ferrari, potentially dropping to third in the standings. What factors beyond the track layout might be contributing to Ferrari’s concerns?
**Guest 1:**
**Host:** Despite the uncertainties, Ferrari demonstrated impressive performance in the latter half of the season. [Guest 2 Name], how do you see Ferrari’s recent form translating to their performance in Qatar?
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**Section 3: The Bigger Picture: The Constructors’ Championship Race**
**Host:** With only two races remaining after Qatar, the Constructors’ Championship remains wide open. Considering Ferrari’s pessimism and the points advantage held by McLaren, what scenarios could unfold?
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**Host:** Red Bull, despite already securing the Drivers’ Championship, is also in contention. How do you see their performance in Qatar impacting the Constructors’ Championship battle?
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**Section 4: Looking Ahead**
**Host:** looking beyond Qatar, what are your predictions for the final two races of the season? Who do you see ultimately claiming the Constructors’ Championship title?
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**Guest 2:**
**Host:** Thank you, [Guest 1 Name] and [Guest 2 Name], for such insightful analysis. This battle for the Constructors’ Championship is truly going down to the wire, and we can’t wait to see how it unfolds. To our viewers, stay tuned for more F1 coverage here on World Today News.
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