Leclerc reveals Ferrari trickery that fooled Perez in Abu Dhabi
Charles Leclerc has revealed how Ferrari dummied Formula 1 rival Sergio Perez into making a second pit-stop, which secured the Monegasque P2 in the Drivers' standings in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Leclerc and Perez were locked level on points going into the final race, with whoever finished ahead set to take the runners-up spot in the championship behind runaway champion Max Verstappen.
After the first round of pit-stops, Perez was holding second on the road as both teams were trying to decide whether a one or two-stop strategy would be best.
On Lap 34 came the crucial moment when Leclerc was told to "box, opposite Perez". Viewed by others: Sebastian Vettel Vettel: More important things than 'driving in circles' ...