Charles Leclerc is a Monegasque racing driver with a net worth of $50 million. He has been a part of the Scuderia Ferrari team since 2019, and his career has been marked by several high-profile achievements. Leclerc’s first career grand slam came at the 2022 Australian Grand Prix, and he finished second in the World Drivers’ Championship that same year. Prior to joining Formula One, he won both the GP3 Series in 2016 and the FIA Formula 2 Championship in 2017. As one of the highest-paid F1 drivers, Leclerc earns a minimum of $25 million annually.
Early Life and Family Background
Born on October 16, 1997, in Monte Carlo, Monaco, Leclerc is the son of Pascale and Hervé Leclerc. He has two brothers, Lorenzo and Arthur, and is the godson of the late Formula One driver, Jules Bianchi, who significantly influenced his career.
Leclerc’s Karting Career
Leclerc’s racing journey began in 2005 when he entered karting at the age of seven. He dominated the French PACA Championship and continued to win titles, including the CIK-FIA KF3 World Cup and the ERDF Junior Kart Masters in 2011. His impressive victories in karting led him to move up to higher racing categories, where he continued to show remarkable skill.
Rising Through the Ranks
Leclerc made the transition to single-seater racing in 2014, competing in the Formula Renault 2.0 Alps Series. His career continued to soar as he joined Formula Three and GP3, where he achieved major success. In 2017, he won the FIA Formula 2 Championship, becoming the first driver since Nico Hülkenberg in 2009 to secure the title in their rookie season.
Formula One: A Ferrari Star
Leclerc’s Formula One debut came in 2018 with Sauber, making him the first Monégasque F1 driver since 1994. In 2019, he joined Scuderia Ferrari, securing multiple podium finishes, including his first F1 victory at the Belgian Grand Prix. Leclerc’s impressive performances continued in 2020, 2021, and 2022, with his notable second-place finish in the Drivers’ Championship in 2022.
Philanthropy and Community Involvement
Beyond racing, Leclerc is also known for his philanthropic work. He became an ambassador for the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation in 2018 and assisted the Red Cross of Monaco during the COVID-19 pandemic. His charitable efforts extend to the Italian Red Cross as well.
