In Abu Dhabi, there is a “family business” atmosphere at Ferrari. For the final race of the season, the Scuderia has decided to give fans a historic moment: Arthur Leclerc will drive the SF-24 alongside his older brother Charles during FP1 in Abu Dhabi. For the first time in the history of Formula 1, two brothers will take to the track as one. companions team, turning the final weekend into an unforgettable event.
A unique moment for the Leclerc brothers
Ferrari has made Arthur Leclerc's entry into the team official. FP1 on Friday, entrusting him with Carlos Sainz's car to complete the FIA requirement to field a rookie in two free practice sessions. Arthur, 24, will join Charles, becoming the first pair of brothers to compete in the same team in an official Formula 1 session.
Compared to the famous Schumacher brothers, the Leclerc brothers will not be rivals, but teammates, celebrating the unique bond that unites them and writing a historic page for the Maranello team.
Arthur Leclerc: the debut of a growing driver
Arthur Leclerc is not a new face for Ferrari. After a year spent as a development driver, the Monegasque has demonstrated his worth by winning the Italian GT Championship with the Ferrari 296 GT3 and achieving successes in the European Le Mans Series. This debut in FP1 represents an important opportunity for the young driver, who from 2025 will officially be the Scuderia's reserve driver alongside Antonio Giovinazzi.
An emotional finale for Ferrari
As Ferrari prepares to challenge McLaren for second place in the Constructors' Championship, this move adds a special touch to the weekend. Charles will be aiming to end the season on a high, while Arthur will get his first taste of Formula 1 alongside his older brother.
