Charles Leclerc is feeling optimistic after Friday’s sessions in Melbourne. While he acknowledges there’s still plenty to improve before qualifying and the race, he emphasises that things are looking promising for Ferrari at the first race of the season after topping the second free practice session.

Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc finished second practice for Sunday’s Australian Grand Prix fastest, just over a tenth of a second faster than McLaren’s Oscar Piastri.

Charles Leclerc bested Oscar Piastri to top spot in a smooth second practice at the Australian Grand Prix. After a cagey first practice hour punctuated by two red flags, Ferrari and McLaren