THE STORY
During the 2022 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, Ferrari chose not to pit race leader Charles Leclerc under a late Safety Car period. This decision left Leclerc on older hard tyres, while competitors like Carlos Sainz, Lewis Hamilton, and Sergio Perez pitted for fresh soft tyres. As racing resumed, Leclerc struggled to maintain position, ultimately finishing fourth, while Sainz secured his first Formula 1 victory. (formula1.com)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Ferrari, Charles Leclerc
WHY IT MATTERS
This incident highlights a significant strategic misstep by Ferrari, leading to a missed opportunity for Leclerc to secure a race win and impacting his championship prospects.