Leclerc’s defiant stance as Lewis Hamilton week continues in…read more
Charles Leclerc has boldly declared that he is “ready” to compete for the 2025 Formula 1 championship with Ferrari, despite the spotlight shifting to his new teammate, Lewis Hamilton, as the latter embarks on his journey with the Scuderia. While Hamilton’s arrival at Ferrari has made waves globally, Leclerc remains firm in his ambition to secure the title for Ferrari in the upcoming season.
Leclerc, who has been the face of Ferrari for the past four years, has typically been the Tifosi’s favorite. However, this week, all eyes have been on Hamilton as he settles into his new role at the iconic team. Hamilton’s first official day at Ferrari was on Monday, where he met with key Ferrari figures, including team principal Fred Vasseur and his new race engineer, Riccardo Adami. He also took the time to engage with the legions of Ferrari fans who gathered to witness his arrival. Photographs were taken outside the legendary Enzo Ferrari house, and Hamilton signed autographs, adding to the excitement surrounding his move.
Despite the fanfare surrounding Hamilton’s first day with Ferrari, Leclerc’s presence was conspicuously absent. The Monegasque driver, who has been closely linked to Ferrari for years, did not appear alongside Hamilton in the numerous photo ops. While this moment marks the first time the seven-time world champion and Leclerc will share the same car, Leclerc has been clear about his own intentions for the future.
In the build-up to the 2025 season, Leclerc has made it known that he is fully focused on winning the championship and leading Ferrari back to the top. While Ferrari’s plans for 2025 may not be directly influenced by the arrival of Hamilton, Leclerc has emphasized that he will be the one to fight Max Verstappen and Red Bull for the World title. He has expressed confidence in his ability to challenge for the title, despite the intense pressure that will come from having a world champion like Hamilton as his teammate.
Leclerc’s message is clear: he is undeterred by the heightened expectations surrounding Hamilton’s debut with Ferrari. With Hamilton’s fame and success potentially overshadowing his own efforts, Leclerc is positioning himself as the driver who will take Ferrari to the next level and fight for the championship in 2025. As Ferrari gears up for the new season, the tension between the two drivers is sure to add extra intrigue to what promises to be a highly competitive year in Formula 1.
