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Charles Leclerc told “he needs a new challenge” to win first F1 title
Ex-Haas team principal Guenther Steiner suggests that Charles Leclerc should consider seeking a new challenge, as Ferrari has failed to provide him with a competitive F1 car capable of championship contention. Ferrari’s lackluster performance in the 2025 season, with only one podium in the first seven races, has been disappointing after narrowly missing out on the 2024 constructors’ championship. Despite high expectations following the signing of Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari has struggled to match McLaren’s pace, delaying title aspirations for both Hamilton and Leclerc until 2026. While Leclerc has outperformed his teammates since joining Ferrari in 2019, the team’s inability to consistently deliver a championship-worthy car has hindered his quest for F1 glory. Guenther Steiner highlighted the benefits of seeking a new opportunity, drawing parallels to Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari and cautioning against potentially detrimental team switches, exemplified by Fernando Alonso’s experiences.
