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Charles Leclerc took his third career victory at the US Grand Prix on Sunday and has not counted himself out of the drivers’ championship.
Charles Leclerc has expressed optimism about his chances for winning the drivers’ championship this season, despite being 79 points behind Max Verstappen. He acknowledged the difficulty of closing the gap but emphasized a “never say never” attitude. Leclerc believes Ferrari has a better shot at winning the constructors’ championship, trailing McLaren by 48 points. He admitted that securing the drivers’ title would require a combination of exceptional performance and some luck, making it a more challenging endeavor. Despite the slim odds, Leclerc remains determined to believe in their chances until it is mathematically impossible.