What happened
Charles Leclerc dedicated his 2017 GP2 feature race win in Baku to his father, saying, 'I’m happy to give this to my father. He did everything for me since the beginning of my career.' The quote has resurfaced on social media. Leclerc's father, Hervé, passed away in June 2017 shortly after.
Why it matters
It underscores Leclerc's personal motivation amid his rise to F1 stardom with Ferrari. The story adds emotional depth to his recent Monaco GP victory. Fans appreciate the human side of the sport's pressures.
What to watch
Monitor Leclerc's performance at the upcoming Canadian GP for continued championship contention.