The two weaknesses conspiring against Ferrari at Austin
Friday Formula 1 pacesetter Ferrari fell short of a grand prix pole position for the 18th time in 2026, this time at Austin, because of two familiar weaknesses and unfortunate timing.
Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton ended up fourth and fifth but had slightly different views on why they could not match Kimi Antonelli's Mercedes and the two Red Bulls.
Friday Formula 1 pacesetter Ferrari fell short of a grand prix pole position for the 18th time in 2026, this time at Austin, because of two familiar weaknesses and unfortunate timing.
Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton ended up fourth and fifth but had slightly different views on why they could not match Kimi Antonelli's Mercedes and the two Red Bulls.