7 Captivating Facts About Charles Leclerc

Charles Leclerc, a young and talented Monegasque driver, has taken the Formula 1 world by storm.

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In 2019, at the age of just 21, Charles Leclerc became Ferrari’s youngest ever Formula 1 driver.

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Before making his way to Formula 1, Leclerc enjoyed tremendous success in the world of karting.

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Prior to his Formula 1 debut, Leclerc dominated the Formula 2 championship in His impressive performances

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Charles Leclerc’s passion for racing runs in the family. His father, Hervé Leclerc, was a former Formula 3 driver,

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Leclerc joined the prestigious Ferrari Driver Academy in 2016, an initiative by Ferrari to nurture young racing talents.

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In 2019, Charles Leclerc secured his first Formula 1 victory at the Belgian Grand Prix

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