The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend will see Charles Leclerc reach a new milestone in his Ferrari career, although it is not a moment for real celebration. Drivers often use special helmet designs or car liveries to mark important events, and Charles Leclerc has chosen to do the same for a weekend that adds another chapter to his story with the Scuderia. Sunday will mark his 150th Grand Prix in the iconic red suit, a milestone that would usually call for celebration—but in this case, it comes with a worrying record.
Stark statistics for Charles Leclerc at Ferrari
Looking at the numbers since Charles Leclerc joined Ferrari in 2019, the statistics are stark. Out of 149 races with the Scuderia, he has managed only eight wins—a relatively low percentage that also represents a first of sorts. Among drivers who have reached 150 races with the same team, none had failed to reach at least double-digit wins.
It is true that the Monegasque has rarely had a car capable of consistently challenging at the front, and in a sport like Formula 1, that factor cannot be underestimated. However, the record nonetheless underlines the difficulty of his Ferrari years so far.
Looking ahead, if Ferrari’s performance does not improve in 2026, Charles Leclerc may start to seriously consider exploring other opportunities in search of the World Championship that his rivals have at least had the chance to fight for. The milestone is significant, but it also highlights the challenges that have defined his first six seasons in red.
For now, the milestone helmet will get its lap in the Abu Dhabi sunset – a reminder of loyalty, talent, and the painful gap between the two at the Scuderia right now.
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