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Leclerc: I don't like political games at all

Leclerc: "I don't like political games at all"

16-06-2019 16:19
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Jake Williams-Smith

Charles Leclerc says that he does not enjoy playing political games in Formula 1, saying it is not his style.

The Ferrari driver has made a strong impact since his move to Ferrari from Sauber, however has made some high profile errors such as his crash in qualifying in Baku.

Although he has made a splash within the Ferrari team, Leclerc said he was not aiming to play politics in or out of the team.

"I just do my job on the circuit and I am satisfied with that myself. I certainly feel at ease with Ferrari," he told L'Equipe.

"I don't like political games at all. In fact, I hate that political act. That is not my style. I am friends with no one purely for the sole purpose of using it. I prefer good and natural friendships."

The Monegasque driver also acknowledged that teammate Sebastian Vettel was deserving of the preferential treatment the team was giving him, explaining that the team has given him more respect since the start of the season.

“It is true that the situation after Bahrain has changed. The team has more respect for me since I showed that I can win races.

“I understand there must be a certain hierarchy in a team like Ferrari. It is also clear to me that Seb is the favourite within the team because of his incredible experience.

"I must continue to do my job well by making fewer mistakes on the job. Seb simply makes fewer mistakes than I do."

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