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Charles Leclerc has signed a new contract to extend his stay at Scuderia Ferrari, committing himself to the Maranello outfit for the "coming seasons" in a move announced on the eve of his home grand prix in Monaco — arguably the most emotionally resonant backdrop possible.
Leclerc first joined Ferrari in 2019, his second season in Formula 1, and has since grown into one of the team's most emblematic figures. His previous deal had already been extended in 2024, and this latest renewal continues that pattern of long-term commitment — even if the precise duration of the contract has not been disclosed.
The Monégasque driver left little doubt about the depth of his connection to the Prancing Horse, delivering a statement that went well beyond contractual formality.
"I couldn't be happier to continue this journey with Scuderia Ferrari," he said. "It has always been so much more than just a team to me. It's the team I've loved and dreamt of being part of since I was a child, and after all these years, it has become a second family."
Leclerc acknowledged the full spectrum of his time at Ferrari — the highs and the lows — while reaffirming his belief in the team's direction. "Together we've shared incredible moments and some tougher ones, but I believe in this team more than ever, and I'm deeply grateful that we will keep pushing side by side toward our shared goal of bringing the World Championship back to Maranello."
His words carried the weight of genuine ambition, not just sentiment. "Being a Ferrari driver is a dream, but it's also a responsibility I never take for granted. I'll continue to give absolutely everything I have to bring this team back to where it belongs, at the very top — for everyone in Maranello, and above all for the tifosi, whose passion is the heartbeat of this Scuderia."
The statistics underpinning Leclerc's tenure at Ferrari make for impressive reading. Across his time with the team, he has accumulated eight grand prix victories, 27 pole positions, and 52 podiums — a record that cements his status as one of the most productive drivers in the team's modern era.
With 75 points and third place in the 2026 drivers' championship, Leclerc remains firmly in contention. As Ferrari push to the limit in their pursuit of championship rivals, the renewal of his contract sends a clear message: the ambition in Maranello is far from extinguished.
The timing — and the location — of the announcement says everything. Monaco, Leclerc's home, his stage, his greatest unfinished chapter. A new deal. A familiar dream.
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