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F1 star’s ‘thrilling’ overtake compared with famous Valentino Rossi moment
Charles Leclerc’s bold overtake on George Russell at the Dutch Grand Prix has drawn comparisons to racing icon Valentino Rossi. Leclerc’s impressive move on lap 32 saw him advance to the top five, leaving Russell astonished by the skillful maneuver. Regrettably, Leclerc’s race concluded shortly after due to a collision with Kimi Antonelli’s Mercedes, resulting in no points for the Monegasque driver. Despite the setback, Leclerc received a glowing review from Gazzetta, though his overall performance was rated 6.5/10. The Italian publication likened Leclerc to Rossi and praised his racing flair reminiscent of the MotoGP legend’s daring overtakes. Ferrari failed to score points at Zandvoort, narrowing the gap to Mercedes in the constructors’ championship. Leclerc has shown consistent excellence in the 2025 season, outshining his teammate and securing podium finishes, affirming his status as a standout performer in Formula 1.
