One would expect Formula 1 drivers to master every aspect of driving. However, the spotlight has shifted unexpectedly onto Charles Leclerc, known for his exceptional skills on the track, as fans uncover an unexpected flaw—his parking skills or lack thereof. In a surprising turn of events, the Monegasque driver has become the unwitting star of a social media saga documenting his parking misadventures, exposing what some fans humorously deem his biggest flaw as a driver.
At the start of the year, the F1 community witnessed the unfolding of a rather unconventional viral sensation—Charles Leclerc’s parking predicament. Twitter erupted in amusement, compiling a thread that showcased images and videos chronicling the Ferrari driver’s less-than-stellar parking skills. The irony was unmistakable as the world watched one of the top drivers struggle with the seemingly mundane task of parking, defying conventional rules with a nonchalant attitude that left fans both bewildered and amused.
So… Charles Leclerc cannot park a car to save his life. A thread. (1/10) pic.twitter.com/bs3d3ohQvI
— Elle (@ilpredestinato_) February 2, 2023
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One might wonder how a man who fearlessly navigates high-speed Formula 1 tracks can grapple with the simplicity of parking. However, the Monegasque’s parking escapades extend beyond the confines of traditional norms. No location is off-limits for his parking quirks. The streets of Canada witnessed an amusing incident in 2022 when he encroached into Lando Norris‘s space, turning a routine parking mishap into a memorable moment that resonated with fans. The fact that a top-tier driver could be so nonchalant about parking norms has become a source of both amusement and endearment among the F1 community.
Taking half of Lando's space at Canada 2022: (4/10) pic.twitter.com/z9TimGYJRV
— Elle (@ilpredestinato_) February 2, 2023
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And now it looks like Charles has prompted the fans to remember his epic parking fails.
Charles Leclerc gave parking advice and got what was coming for him
In an amusing twist, Leclerc’s parking quirks have become the talk of the town once again. Fans seized the opportunity to jest and question how a man who maneuvers high-speed turns can struggle with parking. The social media uproar reached its peak when a fan, perhaps ironically, sought parallel parking advice on a ‘Threads’, and who better to respond than Charles Leclerc himself?
“Hahahaha, well, I am no expert…but the tip I have is to use the mirrors a lot so that you don’t scratch your rims😅,” Charles candidly replied. Little did he know, this response sparked a cascade of reactions from fans. The reactions he got are a testament to the Formula 1 community’s ability to find humor in even the most unexpected places. One fan, unable to resist the urge to jest, questions who in their right mind would seek parallel parking tips from Charles Leclerc, asserting that his parking skills are public knowledge. The witty response, “‘I am no expert’ Yes we know Charles that’s public knowledge 😭,” encapsulates the playful banter surrounding Leclerc’s parking foibles.
who on earth is asking charles leclerc tips on parallel parking?? this man cannot park a car to save his life, ‘im no expert’ yes we know charles that’s public knowledge 😭 https://t.co/ExFy4uMtpJ
— marion (@alpinestyres) December 15, 2023
‘Leclerc data‘, a popular Twitter account dedicated to the Monegasque driver, echoed the sentiment, humorously resurfacing his old parking failures with a simple, “Well, I am no expert. We can tell 😭.”
“well i am no expert” WE CAN TELL 😭 pic.twitter.com/UlC6RNTRj1
— leclerc data (@leclercdata) December 15, 2023
Fans scratched their heads, expressing their disbelief that a man who drives for a living could struggle so profoundly with the everyday task of parking. One fan succinctly captured the collective sentiment, stating, “How does this man drive for a living??“
How does this man drive for a living??
— alice (is watching old races) (@notinwonder12) December 15, 2023
There was one who took it a notch further, stating that it’s not just Charles, they haven’t seen any Formula 1 driver park properly and thus the concept of parallel parking is off-limits.
I am yet to see an F1 driver park properly, let alone parallel park 🥲
— books and vroom vroom 🏎 (@iris_1694) December 15, 2023
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Another fan simply stated that Charles is just like any normal person who could find it difficult to park no matter how good a driver he is.
He’s just like us
— Chérieee (@brutallysoftgrl) December 15, 2023
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Do you think Charles Leclerc is just carefree in his approach to parking, or does he really find it difficult? Share your insights with us in the comments.