'Mercedes hiding a massive amount' – Leclerc

Charles Leclerc expressed "real caution" regarding Ferrari's 2026 prospects, despite their positive reliability during the first pre-season test in Bahrain. The Scuderia completed an extensive 420 laps, yet Leclerc believes true performance remains elusive. He suspects Mercedes is "hiding a massive amount" of potential, while Red Bull has revealed more. The Monegasque driver noted that new regulations provide more opportunities for teams to conceal their actual pace, making it difficult to assess rivals accurately. Ferrari is satisfied with their reliability but acknowledges the need for further testing to fully understand their car and engine's performance.