Charles Leclerc Responds to Queries About Lewis Hamilton’s Potential Impact at Ferrari in F1 2025
The news of Lewis Hamilton’s imminent arrival in the 2025 Formula 1 season has sent the motorsport world into a frenzy. As Hamilton’s future teammate, Charles Leclerc spoke for the first time about the move and shared his impressions of what it means for him and the team.
Following the launch of Ferrari’s new F1 car, the SF-24, Leclerc gave his first impressions of Hamilton’s arrival and admitted he was already aware of the talks before signing his contract. He described the seven-time world champion’s move as a “good thing” for the team, acknowledging Hamilton’s vast experience and success will no doubt benefit the Scuderia.
Leclerc also paid tribute to his current team-mate Carlos Sainz, underlining his commitment to doing his best alongside Sainz this season ahead of Hamilton’s arrival. He expressed gratitude for the team’s transparency in being informed of Hamilton’s negotiations, assuring him that it would not affect his contract discussions.
As for the prospect of competing against Hamilton, Leclerc was excited to learn from such a talented and experienced driver. He revealed that he had several conversations with Hamilton after the change was officially announced, recognizing the importance of having a new team-mate to learn different ways of working and driving.
Despite Hamilton’s impending arrival, Leclerc made it clear that his approach and goals have not changed. He is focused on himself and what is best for his Formula 1 career. The team’s transparency about Hamilton’s negotiations was appreciated by Leclerc but did not affect his contract discussions.
As attention turns to the 2024 season, Leclerc and Ferrari are determined to maximize their performance with the SF-24. The Mongesky driver and his team are preparing intensively for the pre-season test in Bahrain, where they will have the opportunity to evaluate the new car and make the necessary adjustments before the start of the season.
As the Formula 1 world prepares for Hamilton’s arrival at Ferrari, expectations are high and interest in the red team’s performance is growing. With Leclerc and Hamilton leading the team, fans can look forward to an exciting 2025 season full of exciting rivalries and battles on tracks around the world.
