The bond between Charles and Arthur Leclerc has always been strong, fueled by their passion for racing that has accompanied them since they were children. Now, according to what was reported by Courier, Ferrari is reportedly considering fielding Arthur Leclerc in FP1 in Abu Dhabi, giving fans the chance to see both brothers on track. After Oliver Bearman lost his rookie status, the Scuderia found itself having to look for a replacement for the young driver to field in the session, and Arthur could be the ideal choice to close the season with a unique and significant moment.
Ferrari called to choose, Abu Dhabi FP1 entrusted to Arthur Leclerc?
The idea of seeing the two Leclerc brothers on the track together arouses great curiosity among fans and could be a special occasion for the Maranello team. Arthur, who has already accumulated experience as a development driver and in the lower categories, has participated in numerous tests at Fiorano and has contributed to the work of fine-tuning the simulator, also collaborating on the development of the setups for Charles and Carlos Sainz. His presence in FP1 would allow the obligation to field a rookie during free practice to be satisfied, a requirement already partially fulfilled in Mexico with Bearman.
Arthur Leclerc's Path and the Opportunity at Hand
The young Leclerc started his career later than his older brother, mainly for financial reasons, but has managed to carve out a significant niche for himself as a development driver for Ferrari. His involvement in testing sessions and Scuderia activities has proven his worth, making him a credible candidate for this opportunity. Furthermore, Arthur's debut in FP1 in Abu Dhabi would be a tribute to the brotherly bond that has always characterized the Leclercs, offering an emotional interlude to close the year.
If Arthur's participation were to be confirmed, we would witness a historic moment: it would be the first time that the two Leclerc brothers share the track in Formula 1, an event that would bring to mind other famous family crossovers of the past, such as the Schumacher brothers or the Fittipaldis. However, at the moment there is no official confirmation, and the team could still opt for other solutions, such as fielding Antonio Fuoco in the post-season tests.
In any case, the idea of seeing the Leclerc brothers in action together is bound to make the fans of the Prancing Horse dream, who are eagerly awaiting the official announcement from the Scuderia.
