Charles Leclerc gave an exclusive interview to Gazzetta.it on the eve of Mônaco’s GP. The Ferrari driver spoke about the team’s current situation, the 2026 championship and his personal life after marriage. Ele also mentioned young Kimi Antonelli as a special talent.
The Monegasque arrives at home with renewed motivation. Ele has spent eight years at Ferrari and nine at Fórmula 1. The passion remains the same as at the beginning of his career.
Leclerc remains optimistic about Ferrari on 2026 Mundial
The current season features new technical regulations. Isso enables fast development curves for teams. Ferrari worked on Maranello on important improvements after the first few races.
Leclerc believes the title is still open. Mercedes leads so far with victories in all events. Ele reinforces that the year can take different directions. The driver demands consistent work and enthusiasm within the team.
The aggressive mentality pleases the Monegasque. Ele notes calculated risks in production and innovation. At the same time, the team demonstrates calmness in managing the package. Essa combination did not exist in previous years.
- Ferrari has evolved the development curve of the new regulation
- The team maintains focus without losing aggressiveness in details
- Leclerc values lucidity to deal with high blood pressure
- The team is looking for consistency to fight in the next races
Accumulated Experiência does not reduce the hunger for victories
The 28-year-old driver reflects on his time in the category. Ele guarantees that the joy, the will to win and the passion remain the same as the first year. What changed was the relationship with the people at Ferrari.
Eles has seen its growth through good times and bad. Leclerc cites patience as a big gain. In the past, each episode generated extreme emotion. Hoje he can overcome frustrations with greater balance.
Ele remembers postponed victories, like Mônaco, and specific mistakes. One of them was Baku’s qualifying crash in 2019. Tudo served as a learning experience. Ele declares himself at peace with the past.
Leclerc praises Kimi Antonelli as a special talent
Fórmula 1 welcomes more and more young people. Leclerc observes the arrival of a new generation. Ele raced against most of the current drivers in the youth categories. Com Antonelli, the story is different.
The Monegasque heard about the Italian since his karting days. Isso usually indicates a very special talent. The observation appears naturally in the conversation about the paddock.
Kimi Antonelli competes in its first full season in the main category. Ele runs for Mercedes and has already accumulated significant results at the beginning of 2026.
Parceria with Lewis Hamilton brings learnings
Leclerc has shared the garage with the seven-time champion since 2025. Ele highlights Hamilton’s precise working method. The British brought new views that opened his mind.
The Monegasque has had talented teammates throughout his career. Cada one left different contributions. Ele values this constant exchange to evolve as a pilot.
Casamento with Alexandra marks special year off the track
Leclerc married Alexandra Saint Mleux in February. The small ceremony took place at Montecarlo. Ele describes the day as indescribable and confesses to being agitated.
“This is an important contract,” joked the pilot. The couple chose a 1957 Ferrari Testa Rossa for the event. Alexandra fell in love with the classic model.
Ter the companion on race weekends helps Leclerc. Ele needs reference points in a busy life. The family also plays a fundamental role, including the mother Pascale.
Ela still worries when his son speeds up, even after so many years.
Mônaco represents chance of positive result
Ferrari hasn’t won since the 2024 México GP. Leclerc hopes to break the fast soon. The home track always brings unpredictability. Tudo can happen in the principality.
The calendar still has many races to go. The team works intensely to return to the top of the podium.
The interview shows a mature Leclerc. Ele balances experience with the same initial motivation. Family support and personal stability seem to contribute to focus on the season.