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Leclerc shares insights on Ferrari's engine after Azerbaijan GP

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 6:42 AM

Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Leclerc shares insights on Ferrari's engine after Azerbaijan GP

Summary

Charles Leclerc finished fourth at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, unable to contend for a podium after starting second. Following the race, he revealed to Sky Sports that his car was equipped with the latest engine specification, raising concerns about whether he disclosed too much information. This performance marks Ferrari's fifth consecutive race without a podium, continuing a streak that began at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Amid the scrutiny, team principal Frederic Vasseur addressed rumors regarding his future and affirmed his commitment to improving the team's performance for the remainder of the season.

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By the Numbers

•Leclerc finished fourth at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
•He started the race in second position.
•Ferrari has not secured a podium since the Hungarian Grand Prix.
•Vasseur faces inquiries about his leadership amid team performance issues.
•Hamilton supports Vasseur as the right leader for Ferrari.

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6:42 AMYahoo Sports — Leclerc may have said too much on new Ferrari engine in Baku

What they're saying

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Ferrari's Charles Leclerc may have shared more information with the Scuderia's Italian broadcaster than the team wanted him to after the conclusion of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Leclerc finished the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in fourth place, but was largely out of contention for a podium throughout the race after starting from second on the grid.
— Yahoo Sports

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