The 2022 season of Formula 1 has started in a high-flying fashion for Charles Leclerc. Ferrari came into the season as pre-season favorites after showing impressive pace during testing. They have not looked back ever since the campaign started with a 1-2 in Bahrain, followed by a double podium in Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, Ferrari’s hopes of a Championship lie on Leclerc as they look to end a 13-year drought.

Charles Leclerc adores the trophy

The Monegasque driver finished P2 in Jeddah and gave a customary interview with his teammate Carlos Sainz. As the Spaniard was giving his thoughts on the race, Leclerc seemed to enjoy a moment with his trophy.

He was giving a massage to the trophy as Sainz was conveying what he can do to improve in the up-and-coming races. It is no doubt that the Monegasque relishes being on the podium.

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The Ferrari fans certainly adored the moment and will hope their team and Charles can deliver their promise after an exciting beginning to the campaign. Meanwhile, his teammate has also endured a solid start to 2022. Sainz will aspire to compete with the likes of Leclerc and Verstappen, with 21 races remaining.

There is scope for improvement according to Leclerc

The Ferrari driver is currently on top of the driver’s standings. He could become the youngest driver to win a championship with the Prancing Horse. However, this is the last chance of achieving this as he turns 26 next year, the same age Niki Lauda took home the title in a Ferrari.

Speaking on his dominating start to the season, Charles is quietly confident in Ferrari’s prospects. However, the former Alfa Romeo driver believes he still has some areas to work on. He said, “Of course I’m pretty happy with this start to the season. But there will definitely be more to come. I know exactly what I’m still working on and what I need to improve to find more performance.”

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The 24-year-old will certainly dream of winning the Championship this year. At the same time, he has to overcome many hurdles in the form of Max Verstappen and Red Bull. Can the Ferrari driver finally win his maiden world title in 2022? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.