**Tensions Ignite at Ferrari: Leclerc Blamed for Sainz Clash as Development War Looms**

Accusations have been directed at Charles Leclerc regarding his incident with Carlos Sainz, suggesting that "he was somewhat delayed…"

"The situation required him to move, but he failed to do so."

According to Damon Hill, it was Charles Leclerc's duty to prevent the collision with Carlos Sainz in Barcelona.

The Ferrari drivers were seen engaging in a tense discussion in parc ferme following the F1 Spanish Grand Prix last weekend.

Leclerc expressed dissatisfaction with Sainz's maneuver to pass him, arguing that both vehicles should have conserved their tires. In response, Sainz accused Leclerc of whining.

Former Formula 1 champion Hill examined the move for Sky Sports: "Charles is positioned on the inside. Carlos is clearly planning to go around the outside. Neither of them is willing to give way."

“I told Charles he needed to leave, but he stayed put.”

"He was slightly delayed exiting the apex when Carlos collided with him."

Karun Chandhok chimed in, saying, "In my opinion, it's simply intense racing."

Hill remarked, "Are you referring to your teammate?"

"They are accountable for both vehicles in the competition. This incident could have resulted in the elimination of both Ferraris."

Chandhok remarked, "Indeed, but it didn't happen that way! They managed to escape any consequences. In my opinion, it's acceptable. It's certainly borderline, but Fred appears indifferent to those issues."

Fred Vasseur, the head of the Ferrari team, downplayed concerns about possible friction between his drivers when asked.

Ferrari pushes forward in 'development battle'

Heading into this weekend's F1 Austrian Grand Prix, Ferrari faces significant challenges, having finished behind McLaren’s Lando Norris and Mercedes drivers Lewis Hamilton and George Russell in Spain.

Earlier this season, Ferrari was Red Bull's main competitor, but that is no longer true.

Chandhok was questioned about whether Ferrari is now trailing McLaren in the rankings.

"They were 0.3 seconds slower than the pole position," he replied. "That's their current standing."

"It appears they are falling behind McLaren in terms of overall speed."

“However, McLaren only had one competitive car this weekend, with Oscar Piastri trailing by three or four-tenths of a second.”

"They are ready and prepared. They need to figure out a solution."

Andrea Stella had a clever remark: ‘Our car is getting old – we made some upgrades in Miami, but it’s still aging, so we need more updates.’

"That's how things are in the current scenario. Just under two months ago, a significantly updated car clinched victory in Miami. Now, the team leader considers it outdated."

"This is the strategy Ferrari must adopt: continuously introduce new components and maintain momentum in the development race."

Regarding Ferrari, Hill mentioned that it’s acceptable as long as you have a clear destination in mind.

"However, if you’re unaware of its location, you won’t be able to improve it."

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