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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Speculation cools as Ferrari ends pursuit of Newey
Ferrari appears to have exited the competition to engage Adrian Newey, a leading technical figure departing from Red Bull.
08:54
Calls intensify for F1 change after Monaco snoozefest
As celebrations erupted for Charles Leclerc and Ferrari, the Formula 1 community unanimously agreed that Sunday's Monaco GP was uniquely "boring."
May 27, 10:18
Uncertainty at Red Bull: Verstappen unclear on Monaco setback
The current season in Formula 1 is unveiling a captivating shift for enthusiasts - Max Verstappen and his Red Bull team are finding it increasingly difficult to maintain their usual dominance in the world championships.
May 27, 10:16
Home favourite Charles Leclerc ends wait for Monaco Grand Prix win
Ferrari's Charles Leclerc finally ends the wait to win his home race with victory in Sunday's Monaco Grand Prix.
May 26, 17:36
Red Bull sim misaligned with F1 reality, Marko says
The perception of Red Bull's total dominance under the 'ground effect' regulations introduced in 2022 is finally being challenged.
May 26, 09:03
Charles Leclerc takes pole in Monaco with Max Verstappen down grid
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc takes pole at his home Monaco Grand Prix with Championship leader Max Verstappen down the grid.
May 25, 17:24
Hulkenberg smirks at Verstappen's Monaco struggles
Nico Hulkenberg couldn't help but smile when he learned of Max Verstappen's discomfort at the Monaco Grand Prix, where Verstappen's Red Bull, which had previously been dominant, is showing increasing signs of trouble.
May 25, 10:45
Tense three-way contest emerges for Monaco GP
The dominance of Red Bull in Formula 1 seems to be waning, casting doubt on Max Verstappen's continued supremacy at this weekend's Monaco GP.
May 23, 09:46
Perez's Imola struggle puts Red Bull seat back in jeopardy
Sergio Perez is once again on thin ice regarding his future at Red Bull Racing.
May 21, 10:03
Red Bull's F1 grip loosening as McLaren closes in
McLaren is on the verge of overcoming Red Bull's lead, needing just "a little something" more to consistently outpace Max Verstappen.
May 20, 09:37
Max Verstappen holds off Lando Norris charge to win Imola Grand Prix
Max Verstappen holds off a late charge from Lando Norris to get back to winning ways in Sunday's Imola Grand Prix.
May 19, 15:47
Rivals suspect Red Bull bluff amid Ferrari's overhyped upgrade
On Saturday, at Imola, Max Verstappen matched the legendary Ayrton Senna by securing his eighth straight pole position - despite his earlier complaints about his car's poor handling.
May 19, 09:17
Max Verstappen edges out Oscar Piastri for Imola pole
Red Bull's Max Verstappen claims pole position for Sunday's Imola Grand Prix, edging out McLaren's Oscar Piastri.
May 18, 16:28
Ferrari rises as Red Bull struggles with new updates
Dr. Helmut Marko has acknowledged that Ferrari has emerged as a "serious opponent" for the otherwise dominant Red Bull team following the latest developments.
May 18, 09:27
Newey's talks with Williams on hold as F1 awaits decision
The Formula 1 world is eagerly awaiting news of Adrian Newey's future plans.
May 17, 09:34
Verstappen defends sim racing hobby amid F1 duties
Max Verstappen has responded to those who have criticized his decision to participate in a virtual sim racing event this weekend, which coincides with the Formula 1 race at Imola.
May 17, 09:32
Vasseur expects smooth transition for Hamilton and Leclerc
Frederic Vasseur is optimistic that Lewis Hamilton will have a harmonious relationship with Charles Leclerc once the seven-time world champion joins Ferrari from 2025 onwards.
May 15, 09:31
Tension led to departure of Leclerc's race engineer - press
Mounting tensions between Charles Leclerc and his race engineer have prompted the latter's transition out of his current role at Ferrari. This development has been confirmed by well-regarded sources in the Italian media, as the Maranello-based team disclosed that Xavi Marcos, who has been Leclerc's race engineer since 2019, is transitioning to "other important company programs."
May 10, 08:30
F1 arms race: McLaren, Ferrari gear up to take Red Bull's crown
Carlos Sainz and Lando Norris' victories in the initial six races of the 2024 Formula 1 season suggest that Max Verstappen's control over the championship could be weakening.
May 7, 09:29
Lando Norris claims maiden F1 win in Miami - reaction to surprise victory
Lando Norris claimed his first F1 victory at the 110th attempt in Miami on Sunday, but what was the reaction to a famous win for the McLaren driver?
May 6, 12:17
McLaren, Ferrari threaten to overturn Red Bull's era of supremacy
Sporting a bandage on his nose from a recent wild celebration and having been penalized 25,000 euros for darting across the track following a sprint race incident in Miami, Lando Norris nonetheless clinched his first Formula 1 victory on Sunday.
May 6, 09:10
McLaren and Norris respond to Donald Trump controversy
McLaren remains steadfast in its claim of being "non-political" as the Formula 1 squad deals with criticism for allowing Donald Trump access to their garage area at the Miami Grand Prix.
May 6, 09:09
Max Verstappen wins Sprint race, claims pole in Miami
Red Bull's Max Verstappen enjoys a day of dominance on Saturday as he wins the Miami Sprint race before claiming pole for Sunday's Grand Prix.
May 4, 22:52
Newey departure signals new era for Red Bull and Ferrari
A new chapter has opened for Red Bull as rival teams vie to sign Adrian Newey, who is departing.
May 3, 10:06
Hamilton predicted to dominate Leclerc at Ferrari, claims Doornbos
Two ex-Formula 1 racers have raised doubts about Ferrari's strategy to prioritize Charles Leclerc over Carlos Sainz for the 2025 season and beyond.
Apr 30, 09:37
Ferrari faces challenge managing rising driver tension
"Sparks" between Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc risks turning into a "fire", as suggested by a renowned Italian F1 insider.
Apr 24, 09:05
Ferrari pin hopes on upgrades in Miami and Imola
Ferrari is urgently working on car upgrades ahead of the races in Miami and Imola. As the 2024 season progresses, Dr Helmut Marko has hinted that Max Verstappen is comfortably heading towards his fourth straight championship.
Apr 22, 10:22
Max Verstappen achieves Chinese Grand Prix sprint race, qualifying double, mixed fortunes for Lewis Hamilton
Red Bull's Max Verstappen comes out on top in both the Chinese Grand Prix sprint race and qualifying for Sunday's main race.
Apr 20, 10:31
Vasseur stands by decision amid Ferrari's rising tensions
The atmosphere is intensifying within the scarlet confines of Ferrari's cockpits.
Apr 20, 09:07
Surprise names on front row for Chinese Grand Prix sprint race
The Chinese Grand Prix sprint race will feature two surprise names on the front row with Max Verstappen only qualifying in fourth position.
Apr 19, 09:57
Shanghai's unexpected 'paint job' stuns F1 teams
Formula 1 enthusiasts and teams were unexpectedly perplexed when they scrutinized the revamp work on Shanghai's race track, which had been on a hiatus for four years due to the covid pandemic.
Apr 19, 09:01
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.
Apr 18, 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.
Apr 18, 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
