F1 Beyond The Grid Charles Leclerc: chasing the ultimate dream with Ferrari
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Aug 20, 2024 Charles Leclerc, a prominent Formula 1 driver for Ferrari, dives into his exhilarating victory at the Monaco Grand Prix and the team's struggles since. He discusses future aspirations, including potentially teaming up with Lewis Hamilton in 2025, and shares heartfelt thoughts on Carlos Sainz. Leclerc also reflects on how his new puppy, Leo, adds joy to his life while navigating the pressures of competition. With dreams of becoming a World Champion, he highlights the evolving Ferrari culture and his excitement for what's to come.
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Emotional Monaco Victory
- Charles describes winning Monaco as a lifelong dream and a career highlight he will never forget.
- He says the final 10 laps were intensely emotional and briefly overwhelmed him before he refocused to finish the race.
Leo The Dachshund Learning Tricks
- Charles tells a playful story about training his puppy Leo to use pee pads with mixed success.
- He laughs that Leo will still pee everywhere but then sits on the pad to show he 'learned'.
Upgrade Trade-Offs Cost Consistency
- Leclerc explains Ferrari's season split into a strong opening and a problematic post-upgrade phase starting in Barcelona.
- He says experimental setup changes fixed issues long-term but cost the team consistency and points in the short term.