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Charles Leclerc details short vision issue following crash at Italian Grand Prix

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 7:48 AM

Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Charles Leclerc details short vision issue following crash at Italian Grand Prix

Summary

Ferrari Formula 1 driver Charles Leclerc reports experiencing a brief vision problem following his high-speed crash during the Italian Grand Prix at Monza. The incident occurred on lap two when the driver lost control of his car and collided with the barriers at the exit of the Parabolica corner. Leclerc was subsequently cleared by medical personnel after the accident. This collision marks his third retirement of the 2026 season. While Leclerc described the visual impairment as very short, the event resulted in an early exit from the race. No further health concerns have been cited regarding his participation in upcoming events.

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Key Details

•Charles Leclerc crashed into the barriers at the exit of Parabolica during the Italian Grand Prix.
•The driver confirmed his vision impairment after the incident was very short.
•The collision on lap two resulted in his third retirement of the 2026 season.
•Leclerc was cleared by medical staff following the crash at Monza.

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7:48 AMMotorsport.com — Charles Leclerc gives insight into eyesight problem after Monza F1 crash

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Ferrari Formula 1 driver Charles Leclerc has given fresh insight into the aftermath of his Italian Grand Prix crash, explaining his vision problem was “very short”. Leclerc lost control of his car at high speed on lap two of the Monza race, slamming into the barriers at the exit of Parabolica. This was his third retirement of the 2026 season. The Monegasque was cleared from the medical ...Keep reading
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