Charles Leclerc shares surprising insight on Ferrari's 2025 car at F1 75 launch
02/19/2025 04:45 PM
F1 Unveils 2025 Liveries at Star-Studded F1 75 Event
Formula 1 fans worldwide had their first look at all 10 teams' liveries for the 2025 season during the highly anticipated F1 75 launch event.
Hosted at London's iconic O2 Arena, the evening brought together all 20 drivers and their teams, alongside an array of celebrity guests, as the latest designs were officially unveiled. Among the teams, Ferrari's reveal drew perhaps the most excitement, largely due to Lewis Hamilton's arrival. The seven-time world champion, statistically the most successful driver in F1 history, is set to race in Ferrari red for the first time after his high-profile switch from Mercedes last year.
Hamilton and Charles Leclerc now form one of the most thrilling driver pairings on the 2025 grid. With Ferrari determined to reclaim their position at the top after losing the Constructors' Championship to McLaren last season, all eyes are on whether the SF-25 can power them to title contention.
Despite the excitement surrounding their new lineup, Ferrari reportedly had reservations about attending the F1 75 event, as it was hosted in the UK—a country where every other team on the grid is based, while Ferrari remains rooted in Maranello. Although the team chose not to participate in the pre-event press conference, they were still present for the grand unveiling, which turned out to be just as surprising for Leclerc as it was for the fans.
Charles Leclerc Sees Ferrari's 2025 Livery for the First Time at F1 75
In an unexpected twist, Charles Leclerc revealed ahead of the event that he had yet to see Ferrari's 2025 livery. Speaking to F1 via X (formerly Twitter), the Monegasque admitted that the F1 75 launch would be his first glimpse at the new design.
The revelation added an extra layer of significance to the evening, making the moment all the more special for both Leclerc and Ferrari fans eagerly awaiting the team's fresh look for the upcoming season.
The Monegasque driver expressed that he was feeling great and full of excitement. Surprisingly, he admitted that he had not yet seen the full car, making the event a reveal for him as well. While he was already familiar with all the technical aspects, he had yet to see the actual design. He added that he was eagerly anticipating the moment when he would finally get to see his car that evening.
Hamilton's One-Word Take on 2025 After Roaring F1 75 Reception
One possible reason behind Ferrari's decision to skip the press conference ahead of the F1 75 event could be the team's immediate focus on track action. The highly anticipated SF-25 is set to make its on-track debut on Wednesday, marking a crucial milestone in Ferrari's preparations for the season ahead.
Both Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will put the 2025 challenger through its paces at Fiorano, Ferrari's private test circuit, before heading to Bahrain the following week for official pre-season testing. For Hamilton, this session represents another significant moment in his journey with the Scuderia. His first taste of Ferrari machinery came in January during a private test, an experience that left him visibly emotional. Now, with the SF-25, his first official drive in Ferrari red will be yet another landmark occasion in his illustrious career.
The reception the British driver received at the F1 75 event was nothing short of electric, as fans made it clear that their expectations are sky-high. With Ferrari supporters craving championship glory, the pressure is on for the seven-time world champion to deliver in his debut season with the Maranello team.
As he embarks on this new chapter, the former Mercedes man has summed up his mindset for 2025 in one word—invigorated. At 40 years old, he remains as driven as ever, determined to chase down an unprecedented eighth world title in what promises to be a thrilling season.
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