F1 | Alfa Romeo Sauber, Leclerc: “Only in Abu Dhabi did I find out about my salary”

The long wait has paid off Charles Leclerc: after months and months of indiscretions, theAlfa Romeo Sauber F1 Team only a few days ago they made the hiring of the 20-year-old from Monaco official. The driver who grew up in the Ferrari Driver Academy told the Swiss newspaper View how did he experience the period before the announcement: “It was quite difficult. Of course, I heard all the rumors but it was stressful because nothing was official until the last day of testing in Abu Dhabi" – admitted Leclerc. “I can't wait to face the first race; the arrival of the Alfa Romeo sponsor is very important, it is a brand that has set milestones in the history of motoring".

The new Formula 2 champion has declared that he has no interest in the role of first driver: "I will only focus on myself and my work" – said Leclerc, who will share the garage with the confirmed driver next year Marcus Ericsson. “We will have the 2018 version of the Ferrari engine and this will allow us to take a big step forward. I hope the same goes for the car, so it can play an important role.".

Federico Martino