Charles Leclerc
Charles Leclerc | |
|---|---|
| File:Charles Leclerc 2019.jpg Leclerc in 2019 | |
| Born | Birth date -1st March 1966 |
| Nationality | Monegasque |
| Occupation | Racing driver |
| Known for | Formula One driver for Scuderia Ferrari |
Charles Marc Hervé Perceval Leclerc (born 16 October 1997) is a Monegasque racing driver, currently competing in Formula One for Scuderia Ferrari. Leclerc is known for his speed, skill, and competitive spirit on the track.
Early Life and Career[edit | edit source]
Charles Leclerc was born in Monte Carlo, Monaco, to Hervé and Pascale Leclerc. He began karting at a young age and quickly rose through the ranks, winning several championships. His early success in karting laid the foundation for his future career in motorsport.
Karting[edit | edit source]
Leclerc started karting in 2005, and by 2010, he had won the French PACA Championship. He continued to excel in karting, winning the CIK-FIA KF3 World Cup in 2011 and the CIK-FIA KF2 European Championship in 2012.
Junior Formulae[edit | edit source]
Leclerc transitioned to single-seaters in 2014, competing in the Formula Renault 2.0 Alps series, where he finished second overall. In 2016, he joined the GP3 Series with ART Grand Prix and won the championship. The following year, he competed in the FIA Formula 2 Championship with Prema Racing and won the title, showcasing his talent and readiness for Formula One.
Formula One Career[edit | edit source]
Leclerc made his Formula One debut in 2018 with the Alfa Romeo Sauber F1 Team. His impressive performances earned him a seat at Scuderia Ferrari for the 2019 season.
Scuderia Ferrari[edit | edit source]
In his first season with Ferrari, Leclerc secured two race victories, at the 2019 Belgian Grand Prix and the 2019 Italian Grand Prix, becoming the first Monegasque driver to win a Formula One race. He finished the season fourth in the drivers' standings, ahead of his teammate Sebastian Vettel.
Leclerc continued to demonstrate his skill and potential in subsequent seasons, often competing at the front of the grid and securing multiple podium finishes.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Leclerc is known for his dedication to racing and his close relationship with his family. He is fluent in French, Italian, and English. Outside of racing, Leclerc enjoys playing the piano and is an avid fan of AS Monaco FC.
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