Ferrari shows speed in Zandvoort sprint but struggles in qualifying
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Ferrari demonstrated strong performance during Saturday's sprint race at Zandvoort. Charles Leclerc performed particularly well, feeling satisfied with his set-up, in contrast to team-mate Lewis Hamilton. Despite the promising pace in the sprint, Ferrari faced a disappointing qualifying session, which may hinder their ability to capitalize on their speed in the upcoming grand prix this weekend.
- •Ferrari had an impressive sprint race at Zandvoort.
- •Charles Leclerc felt confident with his car set-up.
- •Lewis Hamilton struggled compared to Leclerc.
- •Disappointing qualifying may limit Ferrari's race strategy.
- •The grand prix is set for this weekend.
- 10:30 AMMotorsport.com — Why McLaren thinks Ferrari is quickest in Zandvoort, but may well be stuck
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Why McLaren thinks Ferrari is quickest in Zandvoort, but may well be stuck
"Ferrari's impressive sprint race at Zandvoort has put its Formula 1 rivals on high alert, but a disappointing qualifying performance may leave the Scuderia unable to use its advantage in the grand prix. Ferrari looked strong in Saturday's sprint, especially in the hands of Charles Leclerc who was much happier with his set-up direction than team-mate Lewis Hamilton. As the only frontrunner to ...Keep reading
"Charles Leclerc's impressive soft-tyre pace in the Dutch Grand Prix sprint race has given its rivals food for thought
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External links- Motorsport.comAug 23, 2026, 10:30 AMWhy McLaren thinks Ferrari is quickest in Zandvoort, but may well be stuck
Ferrari's impressive sprint race at Zandvoort has put its Formula 1 rivals on high alert, but a disappointing qualifying performance may leave the Scuderia unable to use its advantage in the grand prix. Ferrari looked strong in Saturday's sprint, especially in the hands of Charles Leclerc who was much happier with his set-up direction than team-mate Lewis Hamilton. As the only frontrunner to ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 10:30 AMWhy McLaren thinks Ferrari is quickest in Zandvoort, but may well be stuck
Charles Leclerc's impressive soft-tyre pace in the Dutch Grand Prix sprint race has given its rivals food for thought
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