Monza Crash Medical Checks
Charles Leclerc plans medical checks after surviving a massive 60G crash at Monza.
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Leclerc was battling McLaren’s Oscar Piastri for a podium position when he lost the rear of the Ferrari at the final corner on lap two of the 53-lap race.
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The crash forced a race stoppage while officials repaired the barrier, adding a significant interruption to the Italian Grand Prix.
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Leclerc was able to climb out of the Ferrari and walk away from the wreck under his own power, although he appeared visibly shaken and sat on the grass while receiving initial attention from staff.
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The crash compounded a difficult home race for Ferrari: Lewis Hamilton was forced onto the gravel after running side-by-side with Leclerc at the first chicane, dropping from fourth to 10th, while Ferrari had arrived with an updated power unit and high expectations.
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The incident occurred at the same Parabolica corner where Leclerc had also crashed six years earlier.
Ferrari's Charles Leclerc walked away from a horrific 60G crash at Monza's Parabolica corner during the opening laps of the Italian Grand Prix, but the impact left him needing further medical checks before racing in Madrid next week. Speedcafe reported Leclerc briefly suffered impaired vision in his right eye after losing the rear of his car on lap two while battling McLaren's Oscar Piastri. Doctors cleared him from the medical center with no significant injuries, though he remains sore and cautious about his fitness for Spain.
The crash forced a red flag stoppage while officials repaired the barrier, disrupting the 53-lap race and capping a disastrous day for Ferrari at home. Crash.net noted Leclerc said he expects to be fit for Madrid, pending the additional checks. Ferrari is also investigating whether a power delivery abnormality in the updated engine contributed to the incident.
How the Crash Unfolded at Monza
Leclerc was fighting Piastri for a podium spot when he lost grip at the final corner during lap two. Grand Prix reported the impact triggered the red flag as barrier repairs began immediately. Leclerc climbed out and walked away under his own power, though he appeared shaken and sat on the grass while track staff attended to him.
The incident echoed a painful memory: Leclerc had crashed at the same Parabolica corner six years earlier. This time, the 26-year-old managed to exit the car himself, a sign that while serious, the crash's immediate consequences could have been far worse at one of Formula 1's fastest corners.
Vision Issues and Recovery Timeline
After the crash, Leclerc experienced temporary blurred vision in his right eye, Speedcafe reported, a symptom that raised immediate concern despite no other major injuries. Doctors found no significant damage, and the vision issues resolved, but the incident underscores the violent forces involved in a 60G impact. He continues to experience expected soreness typical after such an accident.
Crash.net stated Leclerc will need additional medical checks before receiving clearance for the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid the following weekend. Leclerc expressed confidence he will be fit to compete, but Ferrari and the medical team are taking a cautious approach given the severity of the impact.
Ferrari's Power Unit Questions
Ferrari arrived at Monza with an updated power unit and high expectations for a strong home race. Grand Prix noted the team is now investigating whether an abnormality in power delivery might have played a role in Leclerc's crash. The investigation will involve a detailed review of telemetry data from his car.
The crash compounded Ferrari's misery: Lewis Hamilton was forced onto the gravel after running side-by-side with Leclerc at the first chicane, dropping from fourth to tenth. A strong Ferrari weekend turned into damage control within the first two laps.
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