Ferrari has reaffirmed its commitment to hometown hero Charles Leclerc by signing the Monegasque driver to a new long-term agreement that will keep him in red for the foreseeable future.The announcement strengthens a partnership that has become one of the defining stories of modern Formula 1. Since joining Ferrari’s race team in 2019 after a debut season with Alfa Romeo Racing, Leclerc has established himself as a central figure within the Scuderia and one of the sport’s most highly regarded talents.Now entering what will be the next chapter of his Ferrari career, the 28-year-old continues a journey that began as a member of the team’s driver academy and has since produced multiple Grand Prix victories, pole positions and championship challenges.Leclerc described the renewal as a deeply personal decision, emphasising the strong bond he has developed with the Maranello-based outfit over the years. The Monegasque has repeatedly stated his ambition to spend his entire Formula 1 career with Ferrari, and the new deal moves him closer to achieving that goal.Ferrari team principal Frédéric Vasseur welcomed the extension, praising Leclerc’s development both as a driver and as a leader within the organisation. Vasseur highlighted the consistency, dedication and commitment that have made Leclerc a key pillar of Ferrari’s long-term project.The agreement also provides continuity for a team determined to return to the top of Formula 1 after several years of near misses in both the drivers’ and constructors’ championships.The timing of the announcement is particularly significant, coming just ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix, where Leclerc will once again carry the hopes of local fans. Having finally claimed victory on the streets of his home Principality in 2024, the Ferrari driver will now arrive at Monaco with both renewed confidence and a freshly secured future.
For Ferrari supporters, the extension sends a clear message: the Scuderia sees Leclerc as a cornerstone of its ambitions for years to come, as the team continues its pursuit of a long-awaited return to championship-winning form.
