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Leclerc ‘can’t fully enjoy’ first F1 victory

Charles Leclerc Charles Leclerc has reflected on the mixed emotions of winning a Formula 1 grand prix for the first time a day after the death of friend Anthoine Hubert. Leclerc qualified on pole for the Belgian Grand Prix and went on to take victory at Spa-Francorchamps despite a late threat from Lewis Hamilton. Almost as soon as he took the chequered flag, the Ferrari driver’s thoughts turned to the tragedy, stating on his radio, “It is for Anthoine, it feels good but difficult to enjoy on a weekend like this.” The podium presentation was similarly subdued, with drivers refraining from the customary champagne spray. “On one hand, I have got a dream I’ve had since being a child...
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