Charles Leclerc’s brother exits Ferrari Academy ahead of the 2024 season

Arthur Leclerc progressed to his rookie season in F2 in 2023, signing a contract with DAMS r

Arthur Leclerc and Charles Leclerc (Via IMAGO)

Charles Leclerc and Arthur Leclerc have been successful in their respective racing academies from a young age. Both the Monegasque brothers progressed through junior series fairly quickly, with Charles reaching the pinnacle of motorsport in 2018.

Arthur reached the peak of his career in 2023, progressing from F3 to Formula 2 under the Ferrari Driver Academy. The 2023 F2 season was not the best for Arthur as he could only manage 15th in the championship, albeit scoring a podium finish in Austria. The 23-year-old was let go from the Ferrari Driver Academy ahead of the 2024 F2 season.

Arthur Leclerc is not yet confirmed to drive in the F2 season for 2024 after having competed in the 2023 season with DAMS. Jak Crawford has been signed by the team for 2024, while the other spot remains open.

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Arthur’s older brother Charles won the F2 series title in his first campaign, winning dominantly in the 2017 season. Charles also competed under the Ferrari Driver Academy, progressing to the highest tier with the Scuderia Ferrari in Formula One.

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Charles Leclerc wants to race with his brother in Le Mans

Charles Leclerc has found success in Formula One, driving for his dream team Scuderia Ferrari. His brother Arthur also competed in Formula 2, meaning both brothers are experienced in Grand Prix racing. However, neither of them has had the chance to show versatility by competing in other forms of racing, such as endurance.

Charles Leclerc has expressed interest in competing in endurance racing with his brother some time in the future. The Monegasque driver said that the 24 Hours of Le Mans would be a target, though the viability of the prospect remains to be seen.

It's definitely something I want to do one day, and with my brother for sure. But I don't know if this will happen.
Charles Leclerc said, as reported by motorsport.com

Ferrari does have an extremely prominent position at the Circuit de la Sarthe. The Maranello-based team won the 2023 installment of the 24 Hours of Le Mans with a dominant performance at the event, with a team including Ferrari F1 reserve driver Antonio Giovinazzi.

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Charles Leclerc’s brother exits Ferrari Academy ahead of the 2024 season

Charles Leclerc wants to race with his brother in Le Mans

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