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Charles Leclerc is dominating the 2022 season with two wins in the three races this season so far. Doing so, the Monegasque driver has become the absolute favorite among the fans.

After his dominating form, fans just crowd around the Ferrari driver whenever they spot him. The 24-year-old is not only famous because of his impressive performance but also because of his personality. But despite being such a famous F1 driver, Leclerc stays humble and down to earth and always has time for the fans.

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Recently in a Twitter video, Leclerc was spotted playing soccer with his friends in Monaco. When the Ferrari driver was resting after the game, some young kids came up to the driver and asked for his autograph and selfie. The Monegasque driver was kind enough to fulfill the wishes of his little fans. Leclerc’s heartwarming gesture toward the young fans left everyone in awe. One of the kid’s parents even told Leclerc, “You are very kind.

Charles Leclerc robbed of his expensive watch

The Monegasque driver is a fan of expensive watches, especially those of Richard Mille. Recently, Charles visited the Tuscan city of Viareggio, along with friends and trainer Andrea Ferrari, on Easter Monday. Soon fans spotted the driver in Via Salvatori and crowded around him for autographs and selfies.

Amid all this, someone stole Leclerc’s expensive Richard Miles watch, which is worth $320,000. The Ferrari driver later reported the incident to the police, who are looking into the matter.

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Leclerc’s trainer was annoyed with the incident and complained on his social media. He wrote about the lack of lighting in the area of the city, which even the local residents have been complaining about for a while.

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Ferrari wrote, “Via Salvatori has been completely in the dark for months. We have been reporting this for months. Well, yesterday evening in Via Salvatori, they have robbed us. Think of arranging the lamps sooner or later? Asking for a friend.”

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Amidst the commotion about the stolen watch, Leclerc has a race this week in Imola. It will be the fourth race of the season. Moreover, it is a home race for Ferrari. So, all eyes would be on the 2022 F1 championship leader Leclerc and his team. Where do you think Leclerc will finish at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix?