Charles Leclerc confesses he and Carlos Sainz have ‘hated each other’ some times at Ferrari
Charles Leclerc recalled that he and Carlos Sainz did have some conflicts during their time as teammates at Ferrari.
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Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz (via IMAGO)
Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz have partnered for a long time at Ferrari. They have had intense on-track battles, creating a sense of rivalry. However, they maintain a positive and friendly relationship off the track, showing mutual respect. Leclerc believes that the on-track controversies sometimes lead them to hate each other.
As Carlos Sainz will be leaving Ferrari and joining Williams in 2025, Charles Leclerc expressed a sense of sadness over his teammate’s departure. He mentioned that he’ll miss Sainz as a person and not just as a teammate. Leclerc highlighted that at his times in Ferrari, they used to get along very well on a personal level. In the world of Formula 1, people often over-analyze and criticize everything, including their relationship. Despite this, Leclerc believed that they have always had a strong and positive relationship, unaffected by the outside noise and pressure.
I'll miss Carlos , the person. We get along really well. Unfortunately, in this world everything is over-analysed and over-criticised, but we've always had a really good relationship.Charles Leclerc said on F1 Beyond The Grid Podcast
Charles Leclerc explained that during races, when both were fully focused wearing their helmets. There were times when they strongly disliked each other upon disagreeing on certain things. These disagreements made both of them feel like they were at odds. However, once the race was over, they talked things through and resolved their issues.
There are times, with the helmet on, when I've hated him and he's hated me, because we don't see things the same way. Then, everything is sorted out by talking to each other.Charles Leclerc explained
Charles Leclerc claims he never had a ‘bad relationship’ with anyone in his career
Charles Leclerc mentioned that he and Carlos Sainz have many common interests and have shared memorable experiences together. He believed these moments are special to him and will stay with him for a long time. Leclerc also mentioned that he has never had a bad relationship with any of the past drivers, which he believes is due to his own personality. Therefore, the 26-year-old sees himself as someone who gets along well with others and does not have conflicts.
Carlos and I share a lot of interest and we have lived moments that I will remember forever. I have never had a bad relationship with anyone , but I think that is part of my personality, I have no problems with anyone.Charles Leclerc stated.
Certainly, Charles Leclerc values and respects the positive experiences he shared with Carlos Sainz, considering them memorable and significant. He believed that his friendly nature plays a key role in helping him avoid conflicts with others. Fans hope both of them perform well in the last 10 rounds remaining to conclude the season.
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