Charles Leclerc
Born: October 16, 1997 (age 26)
Height: 5' 10.5" (180cm)
Hometown: Monte Carlo, Monaco
Nationality: 
Monegasque
MonegasqueTeam: Ferrari
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Details of Newey's trip to Italy emerge amid Ferrari rumours
It is no longer a mystery why Adrian Newey made a recent trip to Italy. Amid speculation about the obvious internal conflicts within Red Bull, the appearance of the acclaimed F1 engineer at Bologna airport, located merely an hour away from Maranello, sparked widespread discussion.
08:20
Vasseur on Sainz's 'difficult situation' and Hamilton's impact
Ferrari's team principal has acknowledged that he placed Carlos Sainz in a "difficult situation" this season, yet Frederic Vasseur has justified his decision to incorporate Lewis Hamilton into the team from 2025 onwards.
08:15
MotoGP champ Marquez backs Alonso's 'second youth' in F1
Marc Marquez, a prominent figure in MotoGP and winner of six championships, has refuted suggestions that Fernando Alonso should retire from racing.
Apr 17, 08:20
Alonso's new F1 contract receives mixed feedback from Leclerc
Charles Leclerc has shown a moderate response to Fernando Alonso's decision to continue his Formula 1 career despite nearing the age of 43.
Apr 16, 16:54
F1 in China: Red Bull wary of Ferrari despite dominance
As Formula 1 makes its long-awaited return to China this weekend, Red Bull is tempering expectations regarding their anticipated performance.
Apr 15, 17:37
Sainz's apparent Mercedes move: One or two-year deal?
Several respected Italian newspapers, with insider information, are converging on the view that Carlos Sainz is likely to join Mercedes for the 2025 Formula 1 season.
Apr 15, 17:31
Leclerc insists ice-cream gig won't melt his F1 focus
Charles Leclerc is adamant about his unwavering dedication to Formula 1, even as he embarks on a new journey in the ice cream sector.
Apr 12, 16:46
Ice-cream venture won't be F1 distraction - Leclerc
Charles Leclerc insists he remains fully committed to Formula 1 - despite launching into the ice-cream industry.
Apr 12, 08:04
Father 'worried' about Sainz's future in F1
Carlos Sainz's father admits he is worried about the departing Ferrari driver's future in Formula 1.
Apr 9, 08:31
Max Verstappen back on top at Japanese Grand Prix
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen returns to the winners' circle with victory in Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix.
Apr 7, 09:18
Vasseur not worried 'at all' about Leclerc slump
Frederic Vasseur insists he's not worried "at all" about Charles Leclerc's currently flagging form.
Apr 7, 05:50
Sainz 'definitely' better than Leclerc at present - Marko
Red Bull is leaving the door open to a return to the Red Bull family for Carlos Sainz.
Apr 6, 08:45
Max Verstappen secures pole for Japanese Grand Prix
Max Verstappen secures pole position for Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix ahead of Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez.
Apr 6, 08:04
Alonso faces tense pre-race meeting with peers at Suzuka
At the official drivers' briefing at Suzuka, a number of Fernando Alonso's competitors are orchestrating an uncomfortable situation for the double world champion.
Apr 5, 07:36
Leclerc vows to step up game against departing teammate
Charles Leclerc acknowledges his performance needs improvement to surpass that of his teammate, Carlos Sainz.
Apr 5, 07:35
Domenicali backs decision to replace Sainz with Hamilton
F1 Chief Stefano Domenicali has stood by Ferrari's choice to let go of Carlos Sainz, the victor of the recent Melbourne race, in favor of signing Lewis Hamilton for the 2025 season.
Apr 3, 08:50
F1 CEO defends Sainz's ousting at Ferrari
F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has defended Ferrari's decision to oust Melbourne winner Carlos Sainz in favour of Lewis Hamilton from 2025.
Apr 3, 08:11
Speculation grows over Verstappen's rare DNF amid Red Bull unrest
The mystery behind Max Verstappen's unexpected technical withdrawal from the Melbourne race, marking his first such incident in two years due to a jammed rear brake and a subsequent fire, continues to grow. Brembo, a top Formula 1 brake provider, has refuted claims that the issue stemmed from a fault in their components, suggesting instead that it was "probably" a result of how the car was set up.
Mar 27, 08:12
The race for Sainz: Four F1 teams in the mix for 2025
Carlos Sainz is now a hot topic among a growing list of Formula 1 teams eyeing him for the 2025 season.
Mar 25, 08:02
Carlos Sainz Jr wins Australian Grand Prix after early Max Verstappen retirement
Carlos Sainz Jr wins the Australian Grand Prix - just 16 days after appendix surgery - after Max Verstappen suffers an early retirement in his Red Bull.
Mar 24, 08:06
Max Verstappen edges out Carlos Sainz Jr for Australian Grand Prix pole
Max Verstappen again qualifies on pole for the Australian Grand Prix, sealing first place on the grid for the third time this season.
Mar 23, 09:17
Verstappen quells 2026 engine worries amid Red Bull exit talk
Max Verstappen has moved to quash rumors that his potential and rumoured departure from Red Bull might be more linked to concerns over the 2026 engine regulations rather than the ongoing issues surrounding Christian Horner.
Mar 22, 16:27
Gasly's share of football club 'not three or four percent'
Pierre Gasly buying into French football team FC Versailles is not just a token gesture, the club's president insists.
Mar 20, 07:23
Hamilton may not 'keep up' in F1's new era - Schumacher
Another Formula 1 personality thinks Lewis Hamilton may struggle to keep up with Charles Leclerc at Ferrari next year.
Mar 14, 06:56
Hamilton will struggle to beat Leclerc at Ferrari - Briatore
Lewis Hamilton runs the risk of being humbled by team incumbent Charles Leclerc at Ferrari next year.
Mar 13, 06:44
Marko tells Ferrari to put Bearman at Haas in 2025
Dr Helmut Marko has urged Ferrari to place impressive rookie Oliver Bearman with the affiliated Haas team for 2025.
Mar 12, 07:26
Bearman now eyeing Haas race seat for 2025
As Oliver Bearman scored points and the official 'driver of the day' plaudits on Saturday, rumours were also beginning to swirl about his full-time future in Formula 1.
Mar 10, 05:47
Max Verstappen seals comfortable win in Saudi Arabia Grand Prix
Max Verstappen eases to victory in Saturday's Saudi Arabia Grand Prix, while 18-year-old British driver Oliver Bearman comes home seventh in the Ferrari.
Mar 9, 18:25
Doctor says Sainz could be fit for Melbourne
Carlos Sainz could be in good enough shape to return to his Ferrari cockpit in Melbourne in a fortnight.
Mar 9, 05:32
Max Verstappen claims pole for Saudi Arabia Grand Prix
Defending world champion Max Verstappen cruises to pole for Saturday's Saudi Arabia Grand Prix.
Mar 8, 18:06
Leclerc not afraid of Hamilton head-to-head
Charles Leclerc insists he is not anxious about having to take on Formula 1's most successful driver in history as his Ferrari teammate from 2025.
Mar 8, 06:29
Ferrari's F1 policy could backfire in 2025 - Prost
Alain Prost wonders if Ferrari's new policy of having no clear de-facto 'number 1' driver from next year can work for the fabled Maranello marque.
Mar 6, 07:01
Verstappen has 'character' to keep dominating F1 - Prost
Max Verstappen can navigate the murky waters at the very top of Formula 1 for a long time to come, according to F1 legend Alain Prost.
Mar 4, 07:21
Wolff not ruling out Sainz for 2025 Mercedes seat
Carlos Sainz got his quest for another top seat in Formula 1 off to a flying start in Bahrain by chasing home the dominant Red Bull one-two.
Mar 3, 06:39
Verstappen already in 'a different galaxy' in 2024
As Max Verstappen dominated the Bahrain GP having also secured the first pole position on offer in 2024, hopes began to fade among Red Bull's rivals.
Mar 3, 06:36
Max Verstappen coasts to win in Bahrain Grand Prix
Defending champion Max Verstappen coasts to victory in Saturday's Bahrain Grand Prix.
Mar 2, 16:36
Verstappen rivals all 'racing for second' in Bahrain
George Russell admits the entire Formula 1 field, except for Max Verstappen, will be "racing for second" as the 2024 season begins in Bahrain on Saturday.
Mar 2, 07:09
Max Verstappen starts season with pole for Bahrain Grand Prix
Defending champion Max Verstappen to start Sunday's Bahrain Grand Prix on pole position.
Mar 1, 17:03
Wolff may have leaked Hamilton-Ferrari news - Capelli
Lewis Hamilton's situation at Mercedes this year could be even more awkward than previously assumed.
Feb 28, 07:49
2025 contract still possible for Perez - Marko
It is still possible that Sergio Perez will be offered a new contract to keep racing at Red Bull beyond 2024.
Feb 26, 07:50
