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Aston Martin ‘promise’ means Ferrari could LOSE star driver
Italian media reports suggest that if Ferrari fails to provide Charles Leclerc with a competitive car in 2026, an ‘inevitable’ move to Aston Martin could be on the cards for the F1 star.
Both Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton had a tough season in 2025, banking on Ferrari’s 2026 challenger to shape the future of their careers.
While Hamilton, at 40, may consider retirement if the new regulations don’t favor him next season, Leclerc, younger at 28, is running out of patience with Ferrari’s championship aspirations.
Leclerc has issued a warning to Ferrari, stating that the team must excel in 2026 to avoid years of struggling at the back of the pack.
Aston Martin is eyeing Leclerc as their ideal candidate for the new F1 era, especially if Ferrari fails to deliver a competitive car next season.
With potential interest from other teams, including Aston Martin, Leclerc’s departure from Ferrari could become ‘inevitable’ if the team’s performance does not improve in 2026.
