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Charles Leclerc’s ‘horrendous’ radio message hints Ferrari leaning towards Lewis Hamilton’s demands

Charles Leclerc fought back to a P4 finish at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia but he was seething in his post-race radio message. Ferrari…

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Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 10:00 AM

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Charles Leclerc criticized his car's horrendous pace over team radio as Ferrari reportedly leans toward Lewis Hamilton's preferences.
Ferrari started both drivers on slick tires and required an early wing change for Leclerc before he finished fourth.
Hamilton reportedly felt positive about the car's setup, contrasting sharply with Leclerc's dissatisfaction.

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Charles Leclerc voiced frustration over team radio following a fourth-place finish, describing his car's overall pace as horrendous. Leclerc and Ferrari teammate Lewis Hamilton diverged in their assessments, with Hamilton reportedly pleased with the car's feel while Leclerc struggled heavily with balance.

The report suggests Ferrari's development direction appears to favor Hamilton's driving style amid reported internal tensions. Hamilton leads Leclerc in the drivers' championship standings with 191 points to Leclerc's 167 with seven races remaining in the season.

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