Leclerc Backs Ferrari's Decision to Prioritize 2026 Season Despite Early Setback
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Ferrari's decision to shift focus to next year's season has been vindicated, according to Charles Leclerc. The 28-year-old driver acknowledged that the team was at a technical disadvantage from the start of the 2025 season and made a pragmatic call to redirect resources. Leclerc, who secured seven podiums and a pole position during the year, believes it was a 'no-brainer' given the team's position. Leclerc explained that Ferrari realized early on they wouldn't be competing for the world title, with McLaren and Red Bull pulling ahead. He expressed a personal preference to push for the championship throughout the year, but understood the team's decision to focus on 2026. Ferrari ended the season in fourth place in the constructors' standings, with Leclerc finishing fifth in the drivers' standings. The team's early switch to next year's cars has been seen as a strategic move, allowing them to address their technical disadvantage and set themselves up for a stronger 2026 campaign. Leclerc's comments suggest that the decision has been validated, and the team is on the right path for the future.
