The disappointments of Imola are now behind us for the Ferrari that in Miami with its drivers can’t wait to get back on track to battle with the Red Bulls for a fixed goal: to win. “Since the beginning of the season we are always there – attacks Charles Leclerc in the FIA press conference on the eve of the first ever Formula 1 GP in Miami – with a close battle with Red Bull. We will give everything and hope we can win. After Imola I moved on, we lost some points and I analyzed the situation. “
A Miami GP where Leclerc presents himself as the leader of the World Championship on an unprecedented circuit that could hold surprises: “I was at the Miami baseball game – it was good. I did a few pitches. I’m happy to be here and can’t wait to hit the track. My mindset hasn’t changed , but it goes without saying that I feel better since last year knowing now that I can win. But the approach doesn’t change and we have to keep working “.
Max Verstappen is also ready for the new challenge who is counting on the performance of his Red Bull also on the Miami street circuit: “we think we have a good car and this – says the flying Dutchman – is a new track to get to know. Its conditions, the asphalt. The fast corners are nice, long straights and the narrow sections make it interesting as a circuit. Being reigning champion makes you want to get better and better, but nothing has changed for me. You always want to have the best and improve the following weekend. Perez? He seems to be much better in the car – concludes the world champion talking about his teammate – We are both happy with our positions and we must continue like this. “
Lewis Hamilton also talks about the novelty of Miami: “Here are NFL, Nascar and IndyCar. There has been a slow growth in awareness of this sport and Americans have to adapt to F1 schedules when racing elsewhere, but I think even with TV series an important base has been created. But it needs to be increased and I think there are talents to discover. The new track? Nice track, there’s nothing else to add “
