Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc Sets His Sights on Podium Glory at the 2025 Sao Paulo GP!
In a bold declaration that has sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 community, Charles Leclerc has revealed that he is gunning for a podium finish with Ferrari at the upcoming 2025 Sao Paulo Grand Prix. As the team prepares for what promises to be a grueling sprint weekend in Brazil, expectations are soaring to unprecedented heights.
With the unique format of this race weekend, the Scuderia faces an uphill battle. The team will have a mere single Free Practice session to fine-tune their SF-25 race car before plunging headfirst into parc ferme conditions. This means that the pressure is on to ensure compliance with all technical regulations—failure to do so could lead to severe penalties, as Lewis Hamilton experienced during the earlier Chinese GP with his shocking disqualification over excessive plank wear.
Leclerc, who recently celebrated back-to-back podium finishes—third in the United States and second in Mexico City—arrives in Sao Paulo brimming with confidence. The talented Monaco native is determined to secure his eighth podium of the season at the iconic Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace, affectionately known as Interlagos. “We arrive here with neutral expectations,” Leclerc stated in a press briefing, emphasizing that while the excitement from Austin and Mexico is palpable, it is crucial to remain grounded.
However, the reality is that Ferrari is currently trailing behind McLaren and Red Bull. Leclerc candidly admitted, “We know we are behind McLaren and Red Bull; and on some tracks, Mercedes will be more competitive.” Despite this, he is adamant that if the team maintains their current trajectory, they can compete fiercely until the very end of the championship season.
Interlagos is a venue that holds both challenges and opportunities, and Leclerc is acutely aware of its unpredictable nature. “I love Interlagos; it’s a lively track. I wouldn’t say it penalizes us, but in the past, things haven’t always gone our way,” he reflected. Yet, he remains optimistic: “If we get everything right, we can aim for the podium. And if it rains, who knows, we might even surprise ourselves.”
As Ferrari inches closer to the coveted runners-up spot in the championship, Leclerc remains unimpressed with the team’s performance relative to its rivals. The season has been a harsh reality check for the iconic team, often finding themselves with the fourth-fastest car on the grid. Yet, through consistent performances, Leclerc and Hamilton have kept Ferrari in contention, currently holding a precarious one-point lead over Mercedes and a ten-point buffer to Red Bull.
“We’re just one point ahead of Mercedes,” Leclerc pointedly noted, highlighting the intense competition that lies ahead. “So it will be a tight duel until the last race.” The pressure mounts as they head into the Las Vegas GP, a venue where Mercedes has previously excelled.
Leclerc’s ambition speaks volumes about the fierce competition within the sport. “Second place is not enough. When you wear these colors, only winning matters. That is Ferrari’s philosophy, and I fully share it,” he declared, underscoring the relentless pursuit of excellence that defines Ferrari.
As the countdown to the 2025 Sao Paulo GP ticks down, the world watches with bated breath. Will Leclerc and Ferrari rise to the occasion and reclaim their place on the podium? With the stakes higher than ever, this weekend promises to be a thrilling chapter in the ongoing saga of the Formula 1 championship. Buckle up for what could be an unforgettable race!








