Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur has explained some of the key factors in the Scuderia's thinking to renew Charles Leclerc's contract.
It was announced on Wednesday morning that Leclerc would be staying with Ferrari "for the coming seasons" after agreeing fresh terms, although, as is the case in modern F1, the exact length of the new deal was not announced.
Leclerc had signed his previous contract at the end of 2024, tying him down to the end of 2028.
During his time with the team, Leclerc has scored eight wins, 27 poles, and 52 podiums, with Vasseur, who also worked with Leclerc during his 2018 rookie campaign at Sauber, detailing why Ferrari has elected to renew the 2017 F2 champion's contract.
"Charles has been part of the Ferrari family for many years now, and this renewal feels like something very natural for us," said Vasseur.
"Over these seasons we have seen him grow to become not only one of the strongest drivers in Formula 1, but also a person who is completely at one with the team and everything Ferrari represents.
"We appreciate his talent, we love his determination and the way he approaches every day with the people in the Scuderia, both on and off the track.
"We know how much this project means to him, and we are happy to continue working towards our shared goals."
Originally published by RacingNews365 —
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