Who would replace Charles Leclerc at Ferrari if he misses a race for his baby’s birth?
Charles Leclerc insists he will not miss a grand prix when his first child is born, but Ferrari has reportedly lined up a stand-in in case plans change. The Monegasque and his wife Alexandra are expecting their first baby during the last weeks of the 2026 Formula 1 season. The couple have not revealed when the baby is expected, but Alexandra’s last F1 appearance was at the Madring in ... Keep…
Charles Leclerc, the Ferrari driver, has expressed that finishing second in the Formula 1 drivers' championship is not his primary goal as the final five races of the 2026 season approach. Despite being only nine points behind the championship leader with five races remaining, Leclerc's main focus is on maximizing his performance in each race and securing wins.
He acknowledges that winning races would lead to second place naturally, but even if he falls short of that, it wouldn't be a significant disappointment. Leclerc's teammate, George Russell, shares a similar sentiment, stating that being just outside the top spot isn't his ultimate aspiration in the sport.
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