Charles Leclerc Revealed Lewis Hamilton “Can See Exactly Where Max [Verstappen’s] Car Is Better”, but He Still Doubts His Future Teammate

It’s still a bit difficult to come to terms with the news of Lewis Hamilton leaving Mercedes at the end of 2024. After all, he won 6 out of his 7 titles with the Brackley-based squad as they dominated the sport for almost a decade. And many including team boss Toto Wolff believed that Lewis would end his F1 career driving a silver arrow. However, it looks like Lewis will end his career racing in Red overalls for Ferrari alongside Charles Leclerc. Speaking of Leclerc, he has always spoken highly of Hamilton in light of his achievements in the sports. However, the Monegasque doesn’t see eye to eye with the Brit when it comes to assessing their competition on the grid.

While there’s no doubt that Charles Leclerc is a generational talent who has been touted to become a multiple world champion in the future, there’s also no denying that Lewis Hamilton has a discerning eye, giving him the ability to read his opponents and make subtle adjustments on the fly. And Leclerc’s recent statement is proof of that very fact.

Charles Leclerc admits he can’t notice details as well as his future teammate Lewis Hamilton

In an interview following the Mexican Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc shared insights into a conversation he had with Lewis Hamilton. The chat left Leclerc puzzled as Hamilton discussed the nuances of Max Verstappen’s RB19 car, claiming he could figure out its strengths just from his on-track observations.

The 2023 Mexican GP saw Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc finishing behind Max Verstappen. And the duo ended up chatting about where Verstappen was gaining the edge. But it was Hamilton’s assessment that left the Monegasque puzzled. According to a report from scuderiafans.com, Charles Leclerc said, “I talked to Lewis after Mexico, where he told me he can see exactly where Max’s car is better. Maybe for him, it’s true, but I have to say I can’t notice these details. We are talking about millimetric differences in ride height or suspension travel.”

“Of course, you can see if a car has softer or harder suspensions and where it gains space on you. I usually prefer to watch onboard videos. The helmet allows me to see what the car does and doesn’t do on the track,“ he added.

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As Hamilton is now set to join Leclerc in 2025, the Monegasque is more than willing to pair up with the 7-time world champion.

Charles Leclerc gives his verdict on partnering with Hamilton

Hamilton’s move to Ferrari will mark the end of a 12-year stint with Mercedes, as he seeks a fresh opportunity to secure an 8th championship title before retiring from the sport. A lot will depend on the partnership between Hamilton and Leclerc to shape the team’s future in the coming years. But how is Leclerc seeing this new partnership with the 7-time world champ?

Speaking about his future partnership with Hamilton, Lecerec acknowledged the skill he brings to the table. “I imagine it being the title of every newspaper,” Leclerc said. “Lewis is such an incredible driver, has achieved so much in the sport, so I think anybody on the grid would love to have Lewis as a team-mate, as everybody would learn a lot from him. But again, I’m happy where I am…”

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