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Charles Leclerc Signs Ferrari Contract Extension — Committed Into 2030s
Charles Leclerc has committed to Ferrari with new deal expected to keep him at Maranello beyond 2030, extending existing contract until 2029; announcement comes just days before Monaco Grand Prix
By 19Network Editorial Team · Jun 4, 2026 · 5 min read
Charles Leclerc has agreed a contract extension to stay at Ferrari, taking himself off Formula 1's market for the foreseeable future and committing to the team beyond 2030 ahead of Monaco Grand Prix.
Charles Leclerc has agreed a contract extension to stay at Ferrari, taking himself off Formula 1's market for the foreseeable future. Ferrari did not specify the duration of his new contract, saying only that Leclerc would continue for the "coming seasons" in the championship, but reports suggest the extension takes him into the 2030s beyond his existing contract until 2029. The announcement comes just days before Leclerc's home race at the Monaco Grand Prix, where the Monegasque driver enjoys unparalleled fan support. Leclerc has won eight races in his eight-plus seasons with Ferrari, establishing himself as one of the team's top performers while remaining without a championship title despite multiple opportunities. Leclerc's contract extension addresses speculation about his future that had intensified amid Ferrari's improved performance and competing interest from other teams. The deal removes Leclerc from the driver market, stabilizing Ferrari's lineup and allowing the team to focus on car development and championship ambitions without distraction from driver uncertainty. Ferrari extension set to take Leclerc F1 contract into the 2030s represents significant commitment from…