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Charles Leclerc’s F1 Championship Ambition: A Deep Dive into Ferrari Boss’s Perspective

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
March 14, 2025
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Charles Leclerc’s F1 Championship Ambition: A Deep Dive into Ferrari Boss’s Perspective

Formula One F1 - Australian Grand Prix - Practice - Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit, Melbourne, Australia - March 14, 2025 Ferrari's Charles Leclerc before practice REUTERS/Tracey Nearmy

The quest for a Formula 1 title has been described as an “obsession” by Charles Leclerc. Ferrari’s team principal, Frederic Vasseur, however, offers an empathetic stance towards the racing prodigy’s fervent pursuit of this dream.

In the recent racing season, Leclerc demonstrated remarkable prowess on the track, securing a third-place finish in the Drivers’ standings and claiming three Grand Prix victories. Ferrari, in a tantalizingly close competition, was narrowly outdone by McLaren for the Constructors’ title. Despite the close call, the Italian squad is poised for another fierce rivalry with the papaya-hued speedsters in the forthcoming 2025 season.

Leclerc, after basking in the glory of his victories at Monza and Monaco last year, has set his sights solely on the ultimate accolade – the Drivers’ title. Speaking to Motorsport Week and other select media outlets, he confessed, “This is my one and only target and goal and dream that remains to be ticked.”

He continued, “I had quite a few dreams growing up. One was to be a Formula One driver, then to be a Ferrari driver, then to win Monza in Monaco, which I did. Now it’s only about being a world champion. So yeah, that’s my obsession.”

Vasseur was asked about Leclerc’s intense fixation on the title during a press conference at the Australian Grand Prix. His response was understanding, stating, “I’m not sure ‘obsession’ is the right word, but for sure, when you do this job, that is racing.”

He further empathized with Leclerc’s lifelong commitment to racing, acknowledging that a championship aspiration is a natural progression for a racer who began his journey at the tender age of three.

As to whether the coveted title is within Leclerc’s grasp this season, Vasseur remained elusive. He urged focus on the present and confidence in Leclerc’s continuous improvement.

Leclerc’s potential isn’t unnoticed by his peers. Lewis Hamilton has dubbed him as ‘Mr Ferrari’. The Monegasque racer, now heading into his seventh season with Ferrari, is more ready than ever to shoulder the expectations.

Leclerc’s Friday performance at the practice session was impressive, topping the charts and promising even more speed in his Ferrari SF-25. His former teammate Carlos Sainz praised him as being at his peak game, and Leclerc himself is optimistic about living up to the hype. He confidently stated, “I feel as strong as I’ve ever been, stronger than I’ve ever been,” emphasizing his continuous efforts to improve as a driver.

Only time will tell if Leclerc can harness all his strengths, face the formidable competition from McLaren and Red Bull, and ultimately achieve his dream of becoming a world champion. Until then, the ‘obsession’ continues.

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