Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc has revealed that “impossible” technical problems with his SF-25 prevented him from converting his Hungarian Grand Prix pole position into a race win. The Monegasque driver took his first pole of the 2025 season in Budapest, delivering a stunning lap that outpaced both McLarens, while team-mate Lewis Hamilton qualified in 12th. It
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Ferrari’s turbulent season has entered a critical phase, and Charles Leclerc has stepped forward to defend team principal Fred Vasseur while quashing rumours that he might seek a new home. A Campaign in Reverse Ferrari entered 2025 boasting wind-tunnel whispers of a half-second gain, yet after seven races the SF-25 has delivered only one podium
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Ferrari found itself on the stewards’ agenda at Imola after Charles Leclerc’s crew adjusted tyre pressures in FP1 while the SF-25 sat in the garage. Officials opened an inquiry into a possible breach of Technical Directive 003G 2.g.ii, which spells out how tyres can be reused and modified during a session. A team representative met
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Ferrari have confirmed Charles Leclerc missed Thursday media activities at Imola after waking “feeling unwell,” raising brief fears about his participation in the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix. A team statement read: “Charles is feeling unwell and will not be coming to the track today. He will rest and focus on recovering and we expect him to
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In a light-hearted Instagram campaign for PUMA, global ambassador Charles Leclerc stepped into a mock presidency and ruled on a string of fan-submitted policies—everything from Formula 1 misconceptions to the eternal pineapple-on-pizza debate. Clad in Ferrari-branded streetwear, the 27-year-old Monegasque reveled in the role, stamping each “bill” with trademark comic authority. Pineapple Pizza Ban Gains
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Lewis Hamilton may face a tough challenge against Charles Leclerc in the 2025 Formula 1 season, with former F1 driver Marc Surer suggesting the seven-time world champion could struggle against his younger teammate. Surer, in an interview with London Insider, said he believes Hamilton’s age will impact his raw speed, particularly in qualifying. However, he
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Ralf Schumacher observes a shift in dynamics between Ferrari teammates, noting a palpable change in their relationship during close racing encounters. With the news of Lewis Hamilton replacing Carlos Sainz next season, the pressure is on Sainz to perform in his final year with the team, while Charles Leclerc aims to validate Ferrari’s decision to
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Charles Leclerc has pledged to approach Lewis Hamilton about a potential musical collaboration when they become teammates at Ferrari in F1 2025. An enthusiastic pianist, Leclerc surprised the F1 world earlier this month with the release of an EP in partnership with French artist Sofiane Pamart. Leclerc’s announcement coincided precisely with Hamilton’s confirmation, two weeks
MoreCharles Leclerc has shared his rationale for committing to Ferrari for an extended period, following his recent contract extension. Ferrari has found itself at the forefront of this year’s early ‘silly season’, with the Italian team already securing their line-up until at least 2025 and 2026. In January, it was revealed that Charles Leclerc had
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Lewis Hamilton is set to embark on one of the most significant Formula 1 transitions in history as he bids farewell to Mercedes at the close of this season to join Ferrari. The seven-time F1 World Champion will part ways with the Silver Arrows after the 2024 campaign, choosing to sever ties with the German
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