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Charles Leclerc has denied he is considering leaving Ferrari, admitting “surprise” that it has been claimed that he has doubts about the team’s prospects in F1.
Charles Leclerc has refuted rumors of considering leaving Ferrari and expressed surprise at the claims about his doubts in the team’s Formula 1 prospects. Ferrari dismissed reports of boss Fred Vasseur potentially being replaced amidst a lackluster start to 2025. Speculation surrounding Vasseur’s role coincided with alleged concerns from Leclerc regarding Ferrari’s direction and ability to provide a title-contending car under the 2026 rules. Despite the rumors, Leclerc emphasized his commitment to Ferrari and his goal of ending their championship drought. He echoed teammate Lewis Hamilton’s support for Vasseur and their shared vision to lead Ferrari back to victory in Formula 1. Leclerc, accustomed to Ferrari-related speculations, emphasized the team’s internal pressure to succeed and their determination to overcome external distractions in pursuit of reclaiming the top spot in F1.
