WATCH: “Tonight is going to be a big night”- Charles Leclerc euphoric after becoming the first Monegasque in history to win the Monaco GP

Charles Leclerc made it clear that the entire Ferrari crew was going to celebrate his emotional Monaco GP victory.

WATCH: “Tonight is going to be a big night”- Charles Leclerc euphoric after becoming the first Monegasque in history to win the Monaco GP

Charles Leclerc (via IMAGO), Charles Leclerc Monaco GP driver cam (via @Vetteleclerc/X)

Charles Leclerc was infamous for his struggles at his home race in Monaco. The Monegasque driver had only completed the race twice in his career before this weekend. Moreover, the 26-year-old had faced terrible luck in the streets of Monte Carlo. Now, Leclerc has finally put an end to this streak as he emerged victorious in front of the home fans.

Leclerc is the first ever Monegasque to win the Monaco GP despite the long history of the iconic race. The Ferrari star was ecstatic after crossing the chequered flag in P1. Charles Leclerc expressed his joy on the team radio as he screamed to his race engineer. Similar emotions were voiced by the Ferrari pitwall.

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Moreover, Charles Leclerc claimed that it would take some time for him to cool down from this massive achievement. The Monegasque affirmed that the team was going to have a big night to celebrate the victory. Leclerc’s race engineer assured him that no crew member was going to go home before the celebrations were completed.

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I need to cool down myself. Tonight is going to be a big night... You better stay!
Charles Leclerc exclaimed on team radio

Monaco GP victory ‘means a lot’ to local hero Charles Leclerc

Charles Leclerc had waited to win his home race ever since his F1 debut in 2018. The 26-year-old even took pole position in 2021. However, a mechanical failure forced the Monegasque out of contention even before the start of the race. Nevertheless, Leclerc’s friends and family continued to support him every race.

Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton
Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton (via IMAGO)

Leclerc thanked his friends and family for supporting him this weekend. The Ferrari star highlighted that the parade laps were extra special as he could see his close ones in the grandstands. Charles Leclerc affirmed that this race victory meant a lot to him.

A huge thank you to everyone here. Already the parade laps were so special, seeing everyone I know. This one means a lot!
Charles Leclerc said

Certainly, the Monegasque driver is delighted to finally achieve his life-long dream. The 26-year-old will cherish this day for years to come as a highlight of his career. Fans would be hoping that Charles Leclerc continues to win more races in the coming weeks.

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