Leclerc plans ‘significant’ car changes as Hamilton rues ‘difficult’ Brazil practice

Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton struggled during Friday practice at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, trailing behind rivals Mercedes, McLaren, and Red Bull. Leclerc finished seven-tenths of a second behind pace-setter Kimi Antonelli in the second practice session, describing the car's balance as one of his worst feelings this season. Consequently, Leclerc confirmed plans to make significant setup changes ahead of Saturday's final practice and qualifying sessions.

Hamilton experienced similar issues with car balance and struggled to generate tire temperature on the bumpy and slippery circuit. The drivers hope to make progress before qualifying, where wet weather is forecast. Meanwhile, Leclerc had arrived late in Brazil after celebrating the birth of his daughter, Bianca, earlier in the week.