Ferrari has moved to secure the future of Charles Leclerc, confirming a long-term contract extension that will keep the 28-year-old with the Scuderia well beyond 2028.
The deal reinforces the team’s belief that Leclerc remains central to their long-term rebuild and championship ambitions.
The announcement comes as Ferrari continues to shape its driver lineup around both experience and continuity, with Leclerc positioned as a cornerstone of the project moving forward.
Monaco Grand Prix Arrives With Extra Pressure and Pride
Leclerc heads into his home race in Monaco this weekend carrying added significance, not just as a hometown favourite but now also as a driver freshly tied to Ferrari for the long haul.
The Monaco Grand Prix represents one of the most personal weekends on the calendar for the Monegasque driver, who will be racing through familiar streets while carrying renewed expectations following the contract extension.
Hamilton Partnership Turns Into On-Track Rivalry Within Ferrari
Ferrari’s driver pairing of Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton has already become one of the most closely watched storylines of the season.
With both drivers showing strong form in the early rounds, internal competition at Maranello is intensifying.
Leclerc currently sits third in the drivers’ standings after five races, narrowly ahead of Hamilton, who has also shown a notable resurgence in performance this year.
Hamilton, aged 41, is contracted for one more season, though he has previously indicated he intends to honour the agreement provided the team also wishes to continue the partnership.
From Ferrari Academy Graduate to Team Leader
Leclerc’s rise within Ferrari has been years in the making.
He joined the Ferrari Driver Academy in 2016 after a strong early career and quickly established himself as one of motorsport’s most promising talents.
He went on to win the Formula Two championship in 2017 before making his Formula One debut with Sauber.
His performances earned him a promotion to Ferrari in 2019, where he began his long-term association with the team at the Australian Grand Prix, the first of more than 150 starts in red.
Since then, Leclerc has developed into one of Ferrari’s most consistent performers and a central figure in their pursuit of championship success.
Leclerc Reflects on Ferrari Bond and Future Goals
Speaking about his extended stay, Leclerc described Ferrari as far more than just a professional stop in his career, emphasizing a deep personal connection to the team he grew up admiring.
He highlighted the sense of belonging he feels within the organisation, referring to it as a second family shaped by years of shared highs and difficult moments.
Leclerc also reiterated his commitment to helping Ferrari return to championship-winning form, stressing his determination to keep pushing the team forward for both the factory in Maranello and the passionate fanbase that supports them worldwide.
