F1 News: Leclerc Comments On Las Vegas Triple Header - "Still Things We Can Optimise"
In a recent interview with Sports Illustrated's Alex Harrington, Charles Leclerc shared his insights on the upcoming triple-header finale of the 2024 F1 season, beginning with the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Leclerc hinted at potential areas for improvement amidst ongoing discussions between Formula 1 and the teams.
Key Takeaways:
- Charles Leclerc discussed the challenges and discussions surrounding the end-of-season triple-header, starting with the Las Vegas GP.
- Concerns have been raised about the logistics and well-being of the paddock staff due to late-night sessions and subsequent dramatic time zone changes.
- The 2024 season finale includes races in Las Vegas, Qatar (hosting the last sprint race), and Abu Dhabi, presenting a demanding schedule for the teams.
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The 2024 Formula 1 calendar will round off with a triple-header that poses not just a challenge to the drivers but also to the entire team staff, particularly those working tirelessly in the paddock. The sequence kicks off with the Las Vegas Grand Prix, a race that, in its inaugural year, sparked debates over its late-night schedule and the strain it places on team logistics.
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Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc shared his perspective in an exclusive interview with Sports Illustrated. The Monegasque driver highlighted the ongoing discussions aimed at finding a balance between the spectacle that Formula 1 aims to deliver and the practical considerations of team operations. He commented:
"I don't know. I think it's always a compromise between what Formula 1 needs and wants and what the teams obviously have to be looking at to mostly take care of the guys that are working in the paddock.
"So this is a continuous discussion. I have no doubt that the best compromise are trying to be found. However, there's still things that we can optimise for sure."
The addition of Qatar and Abu Dhabi to the tail end of the season, with Qatar hosting the final sprint race, amplifies the logistical challenges. The concerns aren't unfounded, as the inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix highlighted issues related to the late timing of track sessions. These late-night events, designed to cater to global audiences, introduce an additional layer of complexity, especially when followed by races in significantly different time zones the week after.