WATCH: Charles Leclerc admits he is ‘completely rubbish’ in golf

Charles Leclerc has a well-known reputation for not shying away from trying different things.

WATCH: Charles Leclerc admits he is ‘completely rubbish’ in golf

Charles Leclerc (via: Imago, X/Ferrari, screenshot)

Last weekend in Saudi Arabia, Ferrari driver, Charles Leclerc claimed a podium in a well-executed race. The F1 drivers are also expected to be great golfers owing to their diverse skills. However, the 26-year-old has declined any claims of him being a great golfer in a recent video, he deems himself as rubbish in the sport.

Charles Leclerc is known for his large variety of skills, from playing a melody on a piano to driving at more than 200 miles per hour through a fast corner. Regardless of the work, the Monegasque is known for his determination to learn new things. However, this cannot be said for the eighteen holes in a golf course that Leclerc has yet to ace.

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When asked whether he was good at golf, he mentioned,

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Absolutely not. I am completely rubbish.

The 26-year-old had been spotted earlier playing the sport but revealed that he was not any good. Moreover, Leclerc was recommended to learn from his teammate, Carlos Sainz, as he is known for his impressive golfing skills.

Charles Leclerc optimistic about Ferrari’s chances amid Red Bull’s dominance

The scarlet duo of Leclerc and Sainz is anticipated to be the closest challengers to the mighty Red Bulls. However, despite having the second-fastest car in 2024, the Monegasque finished more than 18 seconds behind the dominant Max Verstappen at the Saudi Arabian GP. However, despite this, Leclerc is filled with optimism and reckons the prancing horses could be on the tails of the bulls pretty soon.

Charles Leclerc
Charles Leclerc (via IMAGO)
The gap is still quite big, but if we keep working like that, I'm sure it's a matter of time before we put the Red Bull under a bit more pressure.
Charles Leclerc said in an interview with Motorsport

The 26-year-old affirmed that the gap between Red Bull and Ferrari is still huge. However, Leclerc is convinced that it is just a matter of time before the Scuderia catches back up to the Austrian giant. Moreover, the engineers in Maranello would be working day and night to close this gap and provide the Ferrari duo with potent machinery to fight the Red Bulls.

Apart from this, the team and Leclerc would be preparing for the race in Melbourne and find a way to challenge for the top spots. Also, fans worldwide would be hoping for the iconic Italian team to return to its former glory. Subsequently, bringing an end to Red Bull’s ongoing dominance.

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