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Edd Straw, who followed Bianchi’s Formula 1 career closely, explores the comparison with Leclerc and the outcome fate tragically denied
July 17, 2025 marks the 10-year anniversary of Jules Bianchi’s passing, a young talent who tragically lost his life in a 2014 accident during the Japanese GP.
Bianchi’s potential as a Ferrari junior was evident, highlighted by his standout performance with Marussia in the Monaco Grand Prix.
The ‘what if?’ question lingers around his potential future with Ferrari, especially with his godson Charles Leclerc now excelling at the Scuderia.
Reflecting on Bianchi’s career, it’s clear that his untimely death left a void in the F1 world and robbed him of the opportunity to showcase his full potential.
Despite the uncertainties around his progression, Bianchi had demonstrated the raw talent and determination needed to succeed in Formula 1, making his legacy a poignant reminder of what could have been.
