Leclerc Says Canadian GP Problems Still Linger in Monaco

After a tense qualifying session in Monte‑Carlo, Charles Leclerc took a moment to look back at the season’s earlier hiccup – the chaotic Canadian Grand Prix. He didn’t mince words: the car’s balance problems, tyre degradation and the mysterious DRS glitches that turned a promising run into a scramble in Canada are still echoing through the tight corners of Monaco.

“We thought we fixed a lot of things after Canada, but the same symptoms keep popping up,” Leclerc said, his voice tinged with a mix of frustration and determination. “The tyre wear is still higher than we’d like, especially on the long straights, and the car feels a bit unsettled when we get through the low‑speed sections.”

Ferrari’s engineers have been busy tweaking the side‑pod flow and adjusting the suspension settings, hoping to tame the unpredictable grip levels that the narrow, bump‑filled circuit demands. Yet, Leclerc noted that the car’s under‑steer in the chicane and the sudden loss of down‑force in the tunnel remind him of the same hurdles they faced at the Circuit Gilles‑Villeneuve.

He also mentioned the DRS oddities – the system that should give a fleeting boost of speed seemed reluctant to engage cleanly in Canada. “We’re still seeing a lag when we hit the DRS button. It’s not catastrophic, but in a place where every metre counts, it’s a real disadvantage,” he explained.

Despite these setbacks, the Monegasque star remains optimistic. The team’s data analysts are pouring over telemetry from both tracks, looking for patterns that might explain why the car behaves differently under similar conditions. “If we can crack this, it won’t just help us in Monaco. It’ll give us a stronger base for the rest of the season,” Leclerc concluded, eyes fixed on the checkered flag that still feels just out of reach.