Lewis Hamilton Surprises Charles Leclerc with Superior Braking Skills and Discipline
In a shocking turn of events, Charles Leclerc has recently disclosed his awe at Lewis Hamilton’s exceptional braking abilities, claiming that the title of Ferrari’s late braker has always been his. Leclerc, who has outperformed Hamilton in the 2025 Formula 1 season so far, highlighted Hamilton’s prowess in hitting the brakes as a standout quality that sets him apart from his previous teammates, including Sebastian Vettel and Carlos Sainz.
Leclerc, who has secured all three of Ferrari’s podium finishes this season, expressed his surprise at Hamilton’s skills, stating, “I think how late he brakes is very impressive. In my career, I’ve always been the one braking later than my teammates, and that is a particular driving style I didn’t really see in any of my teammates. I think Lewis is a step ahead, even more so in that direction.”
Beyond Hamilton’s remarkable braking technique, Leclerc was further taken aback by the seven-time World Champion’s unparalleled discipline. Leclerc noted, “His discipline is very, very impressive. From the outside, I obviously remember I was seeing him managing so many different things, and I was like, ‘This has to be hard.’ But then when you look at how organized everything is, you can understand that he’s just 200 percent focused on racing.”
While Hamilton’s on-track performance has not been as dominant as expected this season, currently sitting in sixth place in the Drivers’ Championship, his off-track ventures and adjustment to life at Ferrari seem to be thriving. Hamilton shared his enthusiasm for his Ferrari experience, expressing his love for Italy and the exciting new projects he is working on outside of racing.
Despite the challenges on the track, Hamilton remains determined to improve the performance of his car and elevate his results. With a strong focus on the future and a drive to succeed, Hamilton is poised to overcome the obstacles and make his mark at Ferrari. The rivalry between Hamilton and Leclerc continues to intensify, promising an exhilarating battle on the Formula 1 circuit.
