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Charles Leclerc’s mental coach says he’s determined to finish above Lewis Hamilton in F1 standings

Ferrari drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc are just eight points apart in the standings heading into this weekend’s Mexico City Grand Prix. While Kimi…

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 8:00 PM
Charles Leclerc’s mental coach says he’s determined to finish above Lewis Hamilton in F1 standings
Key Things to Know
  • Riccardo Ceccarelli stated Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton are competing for internal supremacy at Ferrari.
  • Hamilton leads Leclerc by just eight points heading into the Mexico City Grand Prix.
  • Ceccarelli expects intense but fair racing between both Ferrari teammates without deliberate incidents.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Charles Leclerc's mental coach, Riccardo Ceccarelli, stated that Leclerc and teammate Lewis Hamilton are fighting for internal supremacy at Ferrari. Heading into the Mexico City Grand Prix, Hamilton holds a narrow eight-point lead over Leclerc as both drivers participate in a tight contest for second place in the drivers' championship.

Ceccarelli explained to Motorsport.com that outscoring a teammate impacts team morale and internal balance, though he expects clean racing without incidents between both experienced drivers. Hamilton is aiming to avoid losing to a teammate for the third time in four seasons, while Leclerc aims to maintain his status as Ferrari's top driver.

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