Charles Leclerc's private jet drama sparked last-minute change of plans
Charles Leclerc's preparations for the Singapore Grand Prix got off to an unusual start after his private jet was forced to turn back to Malaysia, leaving the Ferrari driver to take the journey by road instead. The trip between two of F1's Asian races is usually a short transfer, and it's made even easier if they are able to get their hands on a private jet. With roughly 185 miles separating ...…
Charles Leclerc's preparations for the Singapore Grand Prix took an unusual turn when his private jet had to return to Malaysia. This left the Ferrari driver to travel the 185-mile distance between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore by road, a journey that typically takes less than an hour by plane. Leclerc explained that he missed the landing window at Seletar Airport by five minutes, forcing him to land in Malaysia and then find a car to make the remainder of the trip.
Italian newspaper Il Mattino reported that either a delay in the schedule or a lack of permission to land were the reasons for the aircraft's return. Leclerc was eventually able to complete the journey, arriving in Singapore a little later than planned. Despite the delay, he performed well at the race, finishing third in the sprint and taking the second position on the grid for the main event.
He crossed the finish line 7.335 seconds behind Max Verstappen, who secured a first-place win. Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli rounded out the podium. For Leclerc, the result earned him 18 points. Verstappen's victory marked his first Singapore Grand Prix win and a second consecutive win following the race in Sepang. With the season progressing to Austin, Leclerc is optimistic for a more conventional travel experience in the upcoming races.
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