Charles Leclerc
About Charles Leclerc
Charles Leclerc, born on 16th October 1997 in Monaco, is an official driver for Scuderia Ferrari. He has achieved significant milestones in his racing career, including winning the GP3 series, the Formula 2 Championship, and securing multiple pole positions and victories in Formula 1.
Charles Leclerc Early Career
Charles Leclerc was born in the Principality of Monaco on 16th October 1997. He began racing karts at the age of five. By 2011, he had significantly marked his presence by winning the CIK-FIA KF3 World Cup and the CIK-FIA Academy Trophy. In 2012, he continued his winning streak by becoming the WSK Champion. His early success laid a strong foundation for his promising racing career.
Charles Leclerc Racing Achievements
Leclerc's achievements include finishing as the runner-up in the European and Under 18 class with Fortec Motorsport in 2013 and taking the runner-up spot in the ALPS Championship in 2014 with Fortec. In 2015, racing for Van Amersfoort Racing, he was the best rookie in his debut Formula 3 season. His winning momentum continued as he won the GP3 series in 2016 with ART Grand Prix and the Formula 2 Championship at his first attempt in 2017. These accolades underscored his capability and potential as a top-tier racing driver.
Charles Leclerc Formula 1 Career
Charles Leclerc made his Formula 1 debut with the Alfa Romeo Sauber team in 2018, scoring 39 points. In 2019, he joined Scuderia Ferrari, partnering with Sebastian Vettel. In 2020, Leclerc scored three times more points than his team-mate, contributing 75% of Ferrari’s total points. He took pole at the Monaco GP in 2021, but a technical problem prevented him from starting the race. In 2022, he secured nine pole positions and won three races, finishing second in the Drivers’ Championship. As of 2023, he secured five pole positions and had a strong second half, finishing fifth in the championship.
Charles Leclerc Ferrari Driver Academy
In 2016, Charles Leclerc became a member of the Ferrari Driver Academy. His progress within the Ferrari framework was steady and remarkable, eventually leading him to drive for the main Scuderia Ferrari team. His association with Ferrari has been significant, marked by contract extensions, including a recent extension in January 2023 that secures his position with the Ferrari team for several years.
Charles Leclerc Major Wins
Throughout his career, Charles Leclerc has achieved numerous significant wins. In 2022, he won races in Bahrain, Australia, and Austria. Moreover, he consistently demonstrated his skills by securing multiple pole positions, placing him among the top Ferrari drivers in the team's history. His racecraft and ability to perform under pressure have earned him a solid reputation in the Formula 1 circuit.