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Ferrari Confirms Charles Leclerc Will Remain for Upcoming Seasons

Ending immediate transfer speculation, the announcement signals roster stability intended to help Ferrari return to World Championship contention.

Overview

  • Ferrari announced on Wednesday that Charles Leclerc has renewed his contract and will stay with the team for "the next seasons," though the team did not disclose a specific end date.
  • Leclerc said he is happy to continue with Ferrari and framed the move as a commitment to the project in Maranello and the aim of bringing the World Championship back to the team.
  • Team principal Frédéric Vasseur described the renewal as a natural decision and emphasized Leclerc’s long-standing place within the Ferrari family and sporting plan.
  • The announcement closed reported interest from rivals such as Aston Martin and provides Maranello with roster certainty as the 2026 season progresses and the 2027 driver market begins to stir.
  • Leclerc has raced for Ferrari since 2019 with eight wins and 52 podiums, and the extension bolsters a team that has not won a drivers’ title since 2007 and is seeking stability to revive its championship bid.