Ferrari’s highlight in Formula 1 spends R$74 million on an Italian yacht with a high level of naval customization

The world of elite motorsport often goes beyond the limits of racetracks and finds refuge in the waters of Mar Mediterrâneo. High-performance Pilotos seek privacy and comfort during breaks in the sports calendar. The choice for exclusive vessels reflects a need for isolation after intense weekends in the global spotlight.

O piloto monegasco Charles Leclerc, principal nome da Ferrari na Fórmula 1, adquiriu um iate avaliado em aproximadamente R$ 74 milhões. A entrega do modelo Riva 102′ Corsaro Super ocorreu na cidade de La Spezia, localizada na costa da Itália. O atleta e sua esposa, Alexandra Saint Mleux, participaram da cerimônia oficial de recebimento do bem. The vessel was named Sedici, a direct reference to the number 16 that the competitor uses on his single-seater in the highest category of motor sport.

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Naval Engenharia and model speed specifications

A aquisição representa a vigésima unidade desta linha do estaleiro italiano Riva, pertencente ao Grupo Ferretti. O projeto combina aerodinâmica com alta capacidade de deslocamento. Os motores permitem uma velocidade máxima de 28 nós, o que representa cerca de 52 km/h. The brand has a long history of supplying high-income customers, combining precise manual finishing and satellite navigation technology.

O desempenho técnico atende às exigências de cruzeiros prolongados. A velocidade de cruzeiro estabiliza na marca de 24 nós, o equivalente a 44,4 km/h. O casco foi projetado para cortar as ondas com o mínimo de atrito possível. Sistemas advanced stabilization ensures passenger comfort in rough seas, while the optimized structure reduces fuel consumption.

Customização internal and common areas of the vessel

The assembly process involved the buyer’s direct participation in interior design decisions. Leclerc selected the furniture materials and defined the color palette for the main cabins. Comfort engineering prioritized the entry of natural light into indoor environments. Janelas panoramic views were installed on the sides of the main hall to enhance the feeling of space. The lighting project uses low-consumption lamps with intensity control via application.

The upper deck, known in nautical parlance as the flybridge, serves as the main outdoor entertainment center. The space houses a complete structure for preparing meals. Guests have access to an outdoor kitchen equipped with a magnetic induction system. The environment also has a large barbecue. Múltiplos refrigerators and integrated ice machines complete the service infrastructure on the highest deck of the yacht.

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• Vessel Modelo: Riva 102′ Corsaro Super.
• Official Identificação: Sedici, translation of sixteen in Italian.
• Desempenho maximum: 51.8 km/h, equivalent to 28 knots.
• Ritmo cruising: 44.4 km/h, corresponding to 24 knots.
• Aft Espaço: Mais with 35 square meters of useful area.
• Leisure Equipamentos: outdoor Cozinha, custom bar and inflatable platform.
• Custo estimated acquisition: Entre $12 million and $15 million.

Integration with the marine environment is highlighted at the rear of the project. The stern area offers more than 35 square meters of free space for circulation. An inflatable platform was attached to the sector to facilitate the use of diving equipment and water toys. Access to the water is via a built-in swim ladder. A custom boarding ramp allows safe entry of passengers when the yacht is moored at different types of pier.

Significado’s name and routine outside the racetrack

The yacht’s christening as Sedici maintains a common tradition among high-level sportsmen. Number 16 has accompanied Charles Leclerc since the beginning of his career in European karting. The number also stamps the chassis of his car in the current Fórmula 1. The personalization of the name appears in metallic details on the hull and in the embroidery on the towels and interior upholstery. The visual identity of the vessel reflects the personal brand that the pilot has built over the years.

The handover ceremony on La Spezia marked the start of the couple’s summer season. Alexandra Saint Mleux, who recently made his union with the athlete official, followed the final buoyancy tests. The Italian port served as a base for the first maneuvers of the hired crew. The Ligúria’s coastal region offers sheltered navigation routes, ideal for adapting to the new boat’s systems. The yacht now heads to the original marina chosen by the family.

The acquisition changes the pilot’s rest dynamics. The 2026 calendar foresees intense racing at Europa. Sedici will function as a traveling residence. The athlete will be able to anchor close to coastal circuits such as Mônaco, reducing land travel and minimizing public exposure in traditional hotel lobbies.

Movimentação finance and competition in the luxury sector

Leclerc’s investment reflects a trend of capitalization among the main names on the current grid. The luxury nautical market has seen an increase in demand from young sports millionaires. The amount disbursed, which varies between US$ 12 million and US$ 15 million, places the Monegasque on an exclusive consumption level. Especialistas financiers assess that Corsaro Super series yachts maintain a low depreciation rate. The scarcity of units available on the secondary market supports resale prices.

The sporting rivalry seems to find parallels in Mediterrâneo’s marinas. Max Verstappen, Red Bull’s current competitor and Leclerc’s main opponent on the track, has also expanded its naval assets recently. The Dutch pilot received a Mangusta GranSport 33 yacht. The competing vessel has an estimated market value of 12.3 million dollars. The search for faster and more technological boats has become a pattern of behavior among category champions.

The shipbuilding sector closely monitors the preferences of these high-profile customers. Shipyards use pilot orders as a technological showcase to attract new buyers. The delivery of the Sedici consolidates Riva’s position in this highly competitive niche market. Enquanto the Fórmula 1 teams prepare the engines for the new technical regulations, the athletes secure their rest bases at sea. The yacht represents the pinnacle of comfort available for the mental rest required by elite sport.