Leclerc hopes to ‘bring Ferrari back to top’ in 2026

Charles Leclerc expressed "great excitement" for the upcoming Formula 1 season after his initial run at the Barcelona Shakedown. Taking to the track on Day 2, the Ferrari driver highlighted the new car's differences and emphasized that the shakedown's focus was on thoroughly checking new systems rather than performance, especially given the wet conditions. He confirmed that all systems functioned as expected, a positive sign. Leclerc, who later handed driving duties to Lewis Hamilton, views the new regulations as a "big opportunity" for Ferrari to make a significant leap and return to the pinnacle of the sport, eagerly anticipating how they will stack up against competitors.