Charles Leclerc and Ferrari fit together like a glove. As a result, it appears only natural for the two parties to join forces in the future. However, Leclerc’s aim of becoming a World Champion with Ferrari will remain unfulfilled for the time being. What’s the reason? Max Verstappen.
“My dream remains to win world titles together with Ferrari and I am sure we will have great times in the years to come and make our fans happy” – that was Charles Leclerc, immediately after announcing his contract extension at Ferrari.
The Monegasque had an expiring contract, but even after 2024 he will continue to drive for “several more years” at the Scuderia.
It was news that had been in the air for some time and, according to Italian media, the 26 year-old has signed a contract until 2029. That would mean he has a longer-term contract than Max Verstappen, who is known to have a contract through 2028 with Red Bull.
Ferrari’s contracts with Leclerc and Carlos Sainz were both expiring. On paper, they were free agents after 2024, but during the winter, both men sought clarity about their futures. While Leclerc has received it, it appears that Sainz will have to wait a little longer.
It only makes sense that Leclerc is the first of the two to sign off on a fresh commitment. Although the two were not inferior in terms of total points last year, and Sainz was the only one to win a race, Charles is and will always be “the child of Ferrari.” He has been a member of the family for eight years and is unquestionably the
