Leclerc, Hamilton Clash Marks Ferrari Struggles at Chinese GP

Ferrari faced a challenging weekend at the Chinese Grand Prix, marked by a collision between teammates Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton on the opening lap, which resulted in damage to Leclerc's front wing. Despite this setback, Leclerc took responsibility for the incident, describing it as a racing accident and stating that it was not Hamilton's fault. Throughout the race, Leclerc demonstrated superior pace, prompting Ferrari to execute a driver swap, allowing him to finish fifth, with Hamilton in sixth. Leclerc opted not to change his damaged wing during his pit stop to maintain track position, which he believed was a strategic decision. The race ended with McLaren achieving a one-two finish, while Ferrari's performance was hindered by their earlier issues. Looking ahead, both drivers are aware of the need to improve as they prepare for the upcoming Japanese Grand Prix.