“Excuses Like Always”: Fans Turn On Charles Leclerc Despite Ferrari’s Blunder at the Canadian GP

Published 06/17/2023, 6:17 PM EDT

Charles Leclerc found himself in a bit of a pickle during his qualifying session. The Ferrari driver, known for his precision and skill, expressed his discontent with the team’s decision-making process. The Ferrari nightmare continues as it rains down on Charles Leclerc’s parade, or should we say his chances of finishing with decent points!

Leclerc’s dry spell continued as the wet conditions of Montreal Circuit didn’t help the Monegasque. To make matters worse, the heavy downpour also played spoilsport. Leclerc anticipated a dry track but was left baffled when the team opted for intermediates, only to switch to slicks when the rain started pouring. His frustration was palpable as he voiced his disagreement with the team’s strategy, a move that was supposed to make for an easy session.

Charles Leclerc on his qualifying session:
"This time it wasn't hard to read that it was a dry track. I said that on the out lap. I don't know why we stayed with intermediates on a dry track. We went on slicks when it started to rain. It was supposed to be an easy session, so I…
— Fastest Pitstop (@FastestPitStop) June 17, 2023

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Now, the world of F1 is no stranger to controversy, and this incident has certainly stirred the pot. Fans from all corners of the globe have taken to social media to express their views on the matter. Some are sympathetic, others critical, and a few downright cheeky.

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So, without further ado, let’s dive into the sea of tweets and see what the fans have to say about this latest chapter in the thrilling saga of Formula 1.

Charles Leclerc’s Qualifying Quandary

After a measly 11th position on the grid, from sympathy to scorn, the fan responses are as varied as they are fervent. From cries of “Charles LeExcuse” to calls for a break, the reactions are as diverse as they are passionate. Let’s go exploring the fan reactions to Charles Leclerc’s controversial qualifying session: a mix of support, criticism, and cheeky banter.

excuses like always. most protected drive on the grid
— SangaréTheGOAT (@TheNextYaya) June 17, 2023

It’s time you take a break !
— RALPH (@Ralphnkd) June 17, 2023

He still had the time to put in laps with soft tyres like everyone else (except Albon) he just bottled it
— nai (@naom1s_) June 17, 2023

Charles LeExcuse strikes again!
— oshillex 🐝 (@oshillex) June 17, 2023

most protected driver on the grid
— Black ⁴ ⁶³ ⁵⁵ 🟠 (schizo era) (@BlacklikesF1) June 17, 2023

Ferrari did make a bad call, but Sainz managed to make it through anyway. Leclerc needs to stop blaming the team so much and take some responsibility.
— Jonathan C (@JonathanCoopSC) June 17, 2023

While a lot of people were critical, the support was neither absent nor any lesser.

A lot of people took the softs at the same time as Charles and were able to put a time to get through, for example, Max. The team didn't get it perfect, but he also messed up on his side.
— Alonso '⁴⁵' (@Alobestia14) June 17, 2023

He should have been more vocal on the radio and just pit! They should have listened to him, he’s the driver and feels the conditions the best. Ferrari the otherhand is to stubborn to admit they screwed up. Also the traffic issues with Carlos, warn him earlier and stay of line
— Rick Bosma (@rickbosma91) June 17, 2023

He needs to start imposing decisions.
— Mauro 🇨🇦🇲🇽 (@hoshimachimauro) June 17, 2023

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Fails to set a decent banker lap on inters. Gets slicks the same lap as verstappen then fails to set a decent lap time again. Just take initiative as a driver if you’re so sure about the tyre choice.
— .. (@dusantadicsaint) June 17, 2023

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It’s clear that Charles Leclerc’s recent qualifying session has sparked a flurry of opinions, with fans taking to social media to voice their thoughts, criticisms, and even a few words of encouragement.

But if there’s one thing we know about Charles Leclerc, it’s that he’s a fighter. He’s faced adversity before and came out stronger, and there’s no doubt he’ll do the same this time around.

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Pulkit is an F1 writer at EssentiallySports. With a strong academic background in engineering, he possesses an in-depth understanding of the intricate mechanics and technology driving Formula 1 racing. This expertise allows him to offer insightful analysis, exploring the technical aspects of the sport and shedding light on the innovative advancements that shape the world of F1.

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Varunkumaar Chelladurai

“Excuses Like Always”: Fans Turn On Charles Leclerc Despite Ferrari’s Blunder at the Canadian GP

Charles Leclerc’s Qualifying Quandary

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