Ferrari is most revered in Italy, but Charles Leclerc believes that Formula 1 should start them in America to support the iconic red team on the grid.
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Formula 1 racing has exploded in the US since the hit series Drive to Survive was released on Netflix. With the Circuit of the Americas back on the calendar, Leclerc believes Americans should show their love for Ferrari.
Charles Leclerc believes Ferrari’s fan base in the States can grow
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After Drive to Survive aired on Netflix, the love of sports grew in America. In the opinion of the Monaco racing driver, fans from the States should cheer on the team from Maranello to take advantage of this opportunity.
Speaking to GQ at the United States Grand Prix, Leclerc said: “For me, Ferrari is the most iconic team of all time in Formula 1 – they have achieved so much and have been there from the start.”
Formula 1 F1 – Turkish Grand Prix – Intercity Istanbul Park, Istanbul, Turkey – October 7, 2021 Ferraris Charles Leclerc during a press conference in front of the Turkish Grand Prix Pool via REUTERS / Sedat Suna
“They are such an incredible team and they had most of the legends in the sport. Why support me Well, I don’t know … I’m trying to do the best job possible, and if they like my personality from interviews and Netflix, why not? But I’m not very good at selling myself, so hopefully my track skills are good enough to support me, ”concluded Leclerc.
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How did Leclerc play in Austin?
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In the race on Sunday, the Ferrari driver started from fourth place on the grid. With such a good lights-off position, the 24-year-old was aiming for a win or at least a podium.
Formula 1 F1 – United States Grand Prix – Circuit of the Americas, Austin, Texas, USA – October 23, 2021 Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc in action during the REUTERS / Mike Blake qualifying
Although Leclerc went to his limits, he did not achieve a podium, let alone a victory. Now, after a week off, the 24-year-old has the Mexican Grand Prix in mind, where he wants to make amends.
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