Charles Leclerc is one of the most talented drivers in the Formula 1 field. Leclerc is remembered for his legendary victory at the Italian Grand Prix. Ferrari has bet heavily on the young ace and many believe he is a potential world champion.
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Leclerc is also known for his funny off-track personality and some of his antics have gone viral not only with F1 fans but in the motorsport community in general.
When asked in 2021 about the most pointless thing he’s bought, Leclerc doesn’t hesitate to answer his banana suit. So what is the banana suit?
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Charles Leclerc talks about the most pointless thing he has bought
In 2020, Formula 1 drivers entertained the F1 fan base through their gadgets in their videos. One incident loved the most by the F1 community is Leclerc wearing his banana suit and saying, “I’ve never looked this good.”
Formula 1 F1 – Mexican Grand Prix – Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, Mexico City, Mexico – November 4th 2021 Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc during the press conference pool via REUTERS / Edgard Garrido
When asked what the most pointless buying during the lockdown, Leclerc quickly replied, “A banana suit. definitely. I mean, that was the useless thing I’ve ever done in my life. “
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How did Leclerc develop in 2021?
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The Ferrari driver had a disappointing 2020 season when he took two podiums and only scored 98 points, earning him eighth place in the drivers’ standings.
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Formula 1 F1 – Mexican Grand Prix – Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, Mexico City, Mexico – November 6, 2021 Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc in action during the REUTERS / Andres Stapff qualifying
In 2021 it will certainly have improved; Although he could only achieve one podium, he was able to collect 159 points and finished seventh in the drivers’ championship.
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Now with the winter break, Leclerc wants to improve and hopes to take the Italian team to the next level in the coming season. What are your predictions for the Monaco racing driver as he prepares for the challenges that await him in 2022? Let us know your predictions in the comments section below.
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