[Saba Sports News] Since Lewis Hamilton joined Scuderia Ferrari, the spotlight has remained firmly fixed on his on-track rivalry with Charles Leclerc. Now two seasons into being teammates, Leclerc has finally opened up about what makes Hamilton truly special in his eyes — it is not merely his driving skill, but his overall approach to racing.
Leclerc recently revealed that ever since Hamilton arrived at Ferrari, he has studied almost every detail of his pre-race routine carefully. From the moment he enters the paddock until he settles into the cockpit, Leclerc has closely observed all of Hamilton’s routines, habits and preparation methods. In Leclerc’s view, this meticulous way of handling a race weekend is the real reason behind Hamilton’s legendary Formula 1 record-breaking career. Rather than only analysing raw data or driving style, Leclerc believes Hamilton’s greatest strength lies in his complete command over the entire race weekend.
Leclerc admitted that he also specifically studies how Hamilton tackles certain corners, though this kind of learning varies from track to track instead of following a fixed routine. Now partnered with the most successful F1 driver in history, he has for the first time witnessed a champion-level professional attitude up close. Leclerc believes he is not only competing against Hamilton, but also learning what it truly takes to become a World Champion.
In the editor’s opinion, a champion is defined not just by countless race victories, but by the ability to push himself and lead the team even in adversity, while constantly pushing the limits when going head-to-head with the very best. Hamilton is proving with his actions that a champion’s brilliance lies not in past glories, but in every split-second decision made at every corner.