Charles Leclerc reveals the two past Ferrari drivers who impressed him most. Interview with Charles.

What kind of a person is Mattia Binotto?
Charles Leclerc: “At the beginning he is reserved, but then he opens up more and more and now we have a very good relationship, in which we can be honest. An attitude that helps the team.”

Which of the past Ferrari’s drivers excites you the most?
Charles Leclerc: “Michael for all the triumphs he has achieved and for his ability to lead the team! Gilles Villeneuve for his certain crazy maneuvers he did on track, with which he gave everyone so much emotions.”

What part of the Maranello factory fascinates you the most?
Charles Leclerc: “Enzo Ferrari’s house at the Fiorano circuit. One day Carlos and I found ourselves in his [Enzo Ferrari] office and we started imagining the scenes: ‘Look, this is where he signed some important’ Thinking about that fascinates me so much.”

Would you have liked to meet Enzo Ferrari?
Charles Leclerc: “A lot. At the moment, I’m reading his biography too, and I consider him an inspirational person for many reasons.”

What did you know about Ferrari before arriving in Maranello?
Charles Leclerc: “I lived Ferrari as a passion, but I didn’t know the history of the brand. There was simply something magical around this name. For me, it has always been the red car. In my wildest fantasies, the team I wanted to drive for one day was Ferrari.”

Is the salary cap for the drivers right or wrong?
Charle Leclerc: “There will be talks between the drivers and the FIA.”

What do you think of Domenicali’s idea of drivers as role models for young people?
Charles Leclerc: “He is right. We have pursued a passion from an early age and worked to achieve our goals: our example can serve to show young people that they can do it too. We are normal people who have managed to live their dream.”

Who is your greatest person outside of racing?
Charles Leclerc: “My mother!”

How important is the victory?
Charles Leclerc: “It’s what made me fall in love with motorsport. I couldn’t live without competition, whatever I do. That’s how I grew up, always wanting to compete with others. So winning is the best.”