Charles Leclerc’s contract with Ferrari runs until the end of 2024, but nevertheless rumors periodically circulate about the possible switch from the Monegask to another team. Particularly at the beginning of the year, the option of Charles Lewis replacing Hamilton at Mercedes was actively discussed.
1996 world champion Damon Hill believes Leclerc will stay at Ferrari for the foreseeable future as there are no other top teams ahead of him.
Damon Hill: I think he’s stuck in a Ferrari. Charles has never competed in a long campaign for the title. There were episodes where his chances seemed good, but then quickly disappeared. In addition, everyone remembers his repeated mistakes in qualifying, when the decisive lap failed.
If you look at other leading teams, you get the impression that they are happy with their drivers. I’m not sure if Charles has options to go to. I doubt he is expected in Red Bull. As for Mercedes, I am sure that Toto Wolff will continue to work with Lewis Hamilton as long as he does not decide to end his career.
I think Charles is a good fit for Ferrari. I think he will stay with the team for a long time and wait until they can give him a car to drive for the title.”
Source: F1 News
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