MONTREAL CANADA: Charles Leclerc Ruled Out of Canadian Grand Prix Following Heavy C…read more
Charles Leclerc Ruled Out of Canadian Grand Prix Following Heavy C…read more
In a dramatic turn of events ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix, Ferrari star Charles Leclerc has officially been ruled out of the race following a heavy crash during the final practice session in Montreal.
Leclerc, who was tipped as one of the main contenders for victory this weekend, lost control of his car at high speed in Sector 2, colliding heavily with the barriers. While the Monegasque driver fortunately escaped without serious injury, Ferrari has confirmed that the damage to his SF-24 chassis is extensive, making participation in Sunday’s race impossible.
Speaking after the incident, Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur expressed his disappointment: “It’s a huge blow for Charles and the entire team. The damage is beyond what we can repair in time for the Grand Prix. Our focus now is on preparing for the next race and ensuring Charles recovers mentally and physically from this setback.”
This development throws Ferrari’s Canadian GP strategy into chaos, leaving Carlos Sainz as the team’s sole representative on the grid. It’s another bitter chapter in what has been a rollercoaster season for Leclerc, who has been fighting to bring Ferrari back into championship contention.
The Canadian Grand Prix will go ahead as scheduled, but the absence of one of its brightest stars has cast a shadow over the weekend’s proceedings.
More updates to follow as the story develops.
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