Charles Leclerc crashes in Q3, starts P10 at Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 4:03 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Charles Leclerc suffered a crash during Q3 at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, significantly impacting his qualifying run. The Ferrari driver expressed feelings of shame and disappointment after ending up in P10, following a mishap at Turn 4 that destroyed his front wing. Leclerc acknowledged the poor performance would frustrate fans and highlighted the mechanical issues he has been facing throughout the season. The driver also noted needing to navigate through the difficulties of starting from the mid-field due to tire degradation concerns. He emphasized his hopes for an improved result on race day, depending on strategy and external factors, such as a potential Safety Car.
- •Leclerc crashes at Turn 4, ending his Q3 qualifying attempt.
- •He will start the Grand Prix in P10 due to the incident.
- •Leclerc cites mechanical issues affecting his performance this season.
- •Ferrari may need a strategic approach to secure points.
- •Tire degradation on the Barcelona track poses further challenges.
- 4:03 PMYahoo Sports — Charles Leclerc’s Heartbreaking Admission After Q3 Disaster: “I Feel Ashamed”
"There is perhaps no driver on the modern Formula 1 grid who is harder on himself than Charles Leclerc. While some drivers are quick to blame the wind, the tires, or a sudden mechanical glitch following a qualifying shunt, the…
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