Charles Leclerc crashes out in Q3 at Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix

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Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Charles Leclerc crashes out in Q3 at Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix
Summary

Charles Leclerc crashed during Q3 of the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix on June 13, damaging his Ferrari SF-26 at Turn 4. The crash prompted red flags as race control halted the session. Leclerc has faced ongoing issues with his car's handling and braking, which were evident in a prior incident during qualifying in Monaco. Ferrari attempted to address these concerns by changing brake specifications during practice but the latest crash indicates unresolved challenges for Leclerc. Track marshals are currently clearing the debris while the team's mechanics assess potential repairs to the car under parc fermé regulations.

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  • Leclerc crashed on June 13 during Q3 at Barcelona-Catalunya.
  • The incident caused red flags and halted the qualifying session.
  • Leclerc previously struggled with braking issues at Monaco.
  • Ferrari switched brake specifications for this race weekend.
  • The team is evaluating repair options for the damaged car.
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A massive update coming straight from the Barcelona-Catalunya circuit: the red flags are officially flying during Q3 of the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. Charles Leclerc has suffered a heavy shunt in his Ferrari SF-26, crashing hard into the barriers at Turn…

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Charles Leclerc crashed again for the second time in seven days as he found the wall at Turn Four during qualifying at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.

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