**Leclerc Wins COTA, Ferrari 1-2 Finish**

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Leclerc Dominates COTA, Ferrari Scores a 1-2 Finish!

It was a Ferrari fiesta in Austin! Charles Leclerc took home the victory at the Circuit of the Americas, leading a dominant 1-2 finish for the Prancing Horse. This is Leclerc's third win of the season, and it was a real masterclass performance.

From the start, it was clear Ferrari had the pace. Leclerc was the fastest in qualifying and led from the start, with teammate Carlos Sainz right behind him. They quickly opened up a gap over the rest of the field, making it look like a runaway train.

But hey, it wasn't all smooth sailing. Max Verstappen, who was having a rough weekend, was close behind early on. The Red Bull was pushing hard, trying to get into contention, but Leclerc and Sainz held their ground. The real drama came towards the end of the race. A safety car period bunched up the field, creating an opportunity for the other drivers to close the gap. It was a tense final few laps, but Leclerc managed to hold onto his lead, even with Verstappen breathing down his neck. He crossed the finish line first, taking his third win of the season.

This win solidifies Ferrari's position at the top of the Constructors' Championship. The Italian team is now leading Red Bull by 17 points, a huge advantage with only a few races left. The team is buzzing and looking confident going into the final races of the season.

So, what does this mean for the championship? It's still too early to say, but it definitely looks like Ferrari is in the driver's seat. Leclerc is now just 12 points behind Verstappen in the driver standings, and he's looking like a serious contender for the title. It’s going to be an exciting finish to the season!