F1 News: Charles Leclerc Crashes Out Of Brazilian GP On Formation Lap

Charles Leclerc will not be competing in the Brazilian Grand Prix.

Charles Leclerc has crashed during the formation lap of the Brazilian Grand Prix and so will not be taking part in the race at the Interlagos circuit. 

The Monegasque driver collided with the race wall on the formation lap after reportedly losing his hydraulics system. Luckily, for the rest of the pack, he was able to get the SF-23 off of the track quickly so there was no major delay to the start of the race. 

However, as the race got going, the dramatic start saw multiple retirements after a crash between Alex Albon, Nico Hulkenberg, and Kevin Magnussen which in turn caused damage to Oscar Piastri and potentially Daniel Ricciardo. 

Drama before the start! 🤯

Leclerc has gone into the barriers on the formation lap #F1 #BrazilGP pic.twitter.com/4gnA2LFACH

— Formula 1 (@F1) November 5, 2023

The Maranello-based squad now relies on Carlos Sainz to bring home points. As it currently stands, the Spanish driver is running in eighth position behind Sergio Perez and ahead of Esteban Ocon. 

A red flag is currently on the session as the debris is cleared from the circuit.