Charles Leclerc insists on being at his best to take on ‘most successful driver’ Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari 

Lewis Hamilton has so far amassed a record seven F1 world championships in his glorious racing career.

Charles Leclerc insists on being at his best to take on ‘most successful driver’ Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari 

Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton (Via IMAGO)

Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc has shared his thoughts on teaming up with seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton in 2025. Hamilton is set to depart from Mercedes after 12 years to join forces with the Maranello-based team next season.

Lewis Hamilton is one of the most accomplished drivers in the history of Formula 1. He has amassed a record 105 wins and 201 podiums in his career so far. Hamilton’s skill and prowess will be a key aspect of Ferrari’s fortunes as they hope for a title triumph in the coming years.

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Charles Leclerc has thereafter talked about giving his best efforts to match Hamilton’s performances in 2025. Leclerc has also highlighted the 39-year-old’s probable influence on the team’s morale upon his arrival.

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He comes with a different way of working, a different vision and that only benefits the team. For me, it's also going to be incredible, because I'll have the most successful driver in the history of Formula 1 in my car. It will be very interesting for me to learn from one of the best and a great challenge and motivation to beat Lewis and show what I'm capable of.
Charles Leclerc said on Beyond the Grid podcast

Hamilton and Leclerc have been well-wishers of each other for a long time. From next year onward, the prolific duo will hope to make the most of their chances by helping the Italian team to its first championship triumph since the 2008 season of F1.

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Lewis Hamilton plays down title prospects despite recent rise in form

Mercedes Lewis Hamilton has spoken realistically upon being asked about his chances in the title race this season. Hamilton has been in phenomenal form lately, winning two of the last four races before the summer break.

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Lewis Hamilton (Via: Imago)
No. It would be high hopes. But, I mean, if we can continue this kind of performance as we've had the last few races, which has been fantastic. I think if we can start our weekends off a little bit better, hopefully we can continue.
Lewis Hamilton via Formula1.com

The 39-year-old has deemed this year’s championship to be beyond the reach of Mercedes. He has, however, hoped for a continuance of their good spell which will help them in amassing maximum points going forward.

Hamilton will step foot in the W15 for the last 10 races of his career with the Silver Arrows. He will therefore make his best efforts to notch good results for a memorable end to his tenure with the German outfit.

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