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Charles Leclerc’s manager, Nicolas Todt, has predicted a “very hot” F1 driver market for 2027, as teams prepare for the fallout from new technical regulations.
Charles Leclerc’s manager, Nicolas Todt, expects a highly competitive Formula 1 driver market in 2027 due to new technical regulations. The continuous stability in driver line-ups for 2026 is likely to shift once the effects of the new rules become apparent. Todt suggests that drivers will assess team performance under the new regulations before deciding on their future moves. He anticipates significant changes in the driver market post-2026, predicting an intense period of driver movement. Despite Leclerc’s long-term commitment to Ferrari, he awaits a competitive car to challenge for the F1 title. Todt expresses frustration with Ferrari’s progress and hopes for a stronger showing with the new regulations in the upcoming seasons.
