Leclerc identifies secret to Hamilton’s Formula 1 dominance

The Monegasque driver has had both the privilege and the challenge of teaming up with the most successful driver in Formula 1 history alongside Michael Schumacher in terms of world titles, already proving since last season that he is capable of beating Hamilton and handling the pressure, helped by his strong position within the team.

Leclerc scored 242 points last season compared to the seven-time world champion’s 156, securing seven podium finishes and a pole position while Hamilton failed to achieve either. The trend has also continued so far this year, with the Ferrari driver once again delivering stronger results and already claiming one more podium than his teammate.

Speaking to Sky Sport F1, Leclerc explained that Hamilton’s arrival at Ferrari represented a huge learning opportunity for him, revealing that he has carefully studied every aspect of the seven-time world champion’s preparation process, from the work done away from the track to the moment he gets inside the car.

Leclerc has expanded his luxury yacht collection with a brand-new Riva model, one of the premium brands linked to Ferrari through sponsorship agreements. The stunning new vessel, reportedly valued at close to $12 million, was presented in the Italian city of La Spezia alongside his wife Alexandra and the couple’s dog, Leo.

The yacht in question is the impressive 102’ Corsaro Super, a model measuring just over 30 metres in length with a beam of 6.7 metres and a fully loaded weight of approximately 110 tonnes. Powered by two MTU 16V 2000 M96/M96L engines producing more than 5,200 horsepower combined, the yacht is capable of reaching a top speed of 28 knots while maintaining a cruising speed in the region of 23 to 24 knots.