Charles Leclerc is fired up and ready to leave his mark on the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans, but there’s a catch—he’s got to juggle this ambition with his demanding Formula 1 schedule with Ferrari. The Monegasque superstar expressed his enthusiasm for the legendary endurance race during the recent FIA prize-giving gala held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, where he celebrated Ferrari’s hard-fought triumph in the World Endurance Championship.
While Ferrari has faced challenges in the F1 arena, they soared to new heights in endurance racing, clinching both the Hypercar manufacturers’ and drivers’ titles. This remarkable achievement is no small feat, and for a driver of Leclerc’s caliber, winning for Ferrari is the ultimate dream, one that he has already savored multiple times throughout his career.
At the gala, Leclerc shared his exhilarating feelings about racing for the legendary Scuderia, stating, “It’s extremely special. Obviously, it’s always been my dream to be driving for the red team.” He reflected on the pride of representing Ferrari, especially during such a triumphant year. “To be [at the gala], supporting our big family — obviously, with them having won in WEC and having so much success in a year like this — is incredible. The legacy that Ferrari has left in motorsport will forever be there, and I’m super proud to be part of it somehow.”
Despite being only 28 and having many seasons ahead in Formula 1, Leclerc’s heart races at the thought of endurance racing. Like many of his contemporaries in F1, he harbors aspirations of competing at Le Mans, yet he is adamant about honoring the race’s prestige. When asked if he was keen on racing at Le Mans, Leclerc didn’t hold back: “Definitely. Actually, quite a few times.”
However, the ambitious driver knows that preparation is key if he’s going to take on the grueling 24-hour challenge. “Now I need to find a way to try and combine Formula 1 and Le Mans,” he explained. “Because if I do something, I want to do it to try and win. For that, it needs preparation, because the level is super high. But for sure, I would love to.”
The stakes are high, and the competition fierce, but Leclerc’s undying passion for racing and his commitment to excellence could soon see him tackling the legendary Le Mans circuit. With the world watching, the stage is set for a thrilling chapter in the life of one of motorsport’s brightest stars. Will he successfully navigate his way to Le Mans glory? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain—Charles Leclerc is ready to chase his dreams at full throttle!









