At the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix held at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Charles Leclerc missed out on securing pole position after an error during qualifying. Despite complications caused by turbulence from Isack Hadjar’s Racing Bulls car, Leclerc was firm in stating that Hadjar was not at fault for the incident.

Details of Leclerc’s Struggles and Qualifying Run

During his qualifying attempt, Leclerc encountered dirty air created by Hadjar near the Turn 6/7 chicane, disrupting his rhythm and forcing him to abandon his lap. This costly mistake relegated Leclerc to start from eighth place on the grid, a disappointing result for the Ferrari driver. Leclerc also faced difficulties during FP2 earlier due to a crash, though he insisted this did not affect his qualifying performance.

Leclerc Addresses Media and Defends Hadjar

In a post-qualifying interview, Leclerc was candid about the impact of turbulent air but took care to clear Hadjar of any blame for the disruption. He stated,

“I don’t think he’s done anything wrong.”

Leclerc’s frustration was evident as he reflected on the promising start of his final lap, one that initially suggested he could contend for pole position before the error occurred.

Outlook for Leclerc and the Upcoming Race

As the Canadian Grand Prix unfolds, attention turns to whether Leclerc can recover from this setback in the upcoming races. His determination to return to the front of the grid remains strong, with the battle for pole position continuing to be a key focus. Fans and teams alike await his next moves amid a tense atmosphere in the F1 paddock.