Charles Leclerc says he "never believed" in theories he was destined never to win his home F1 race.
The Ferrari driver enjoyed a dominant weekend on home soil as he converted pole position into his sixth career F1 win and finally claimed a long-awaited breakthrough Monaco Grand Prix victory.
“I never believed in the curse,” Leclerc said. “However, it always felt very difficult in the two occasions I had to win here. One, I couldn't even start the race. The second one, we didn't make the right choice, I think. So it was very, very frustrating to lose those wins. “So I knew that today was another opportunity. I knew how it felt the last two times I was in this position, But I obviously really wanted to get that victory today, so there's a bit of tension. But as I've said., as soon as I put the helmet on and as soon as I get into the car I don't feel anything anymore.
However, Leclerc is not yet entertaining thoughts that his triumph in Monaco could potentially ignite a title battle this year.
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Charles Leclerc: Ferrari driver 'confident' Italian team will have 'strong' pace at Monaco Grand PrixCharles Leclerc is 'confident' Ferrari will have strong pace at this weekend's Monaco Grand Prix as he looks for his first win of the 2024 F1 season.
Read more »
Monaco GP: Charles Leclerc tops Practice Two from Lewis Hamilton as Ferrari unleash impressive paceCharles Leclerc unleashed the pace many had been expecting from Ferrari at the Monaco Grand Prix to top second practice at his home race.
Read more »
Charles Leclerc admits home podium 'not much' in search of ending Monaco bluesCharles Leclerc has gathered a 'Monaco curse' over time, but he heads into the weekend with only the top step of the podium on his mind.
Read more »
Charles Leclerc sets searing pace from Lewis Hamilton in second Monaco practiceCharles Leclerc lowers the pace in Monaco second practice, but Lewis Hamilton is not far behind...
Read more »
Monaco GP: Charles Leclerc tops Practice Two from Lewis Hamilton as Ferrari unleash impressive paceCharles Leclerc unleashed the pace many had been expecting from Ferrari at the Monaco Grand Prix to top second practice at his home race.
Read more »
Max Verstappen says Red Bull have 'no solution' to Ferrari and Charles Leclerc pace in MonacoMax Verstappen gave a blunt verdict on Red Bull’s hopes for the weekend after struggling for pace in practice.
Read more »