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Charles Leclerc Says He Was a Top Student But Hides Mischief

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Samriddhi Jaiswal | Last updated Sep 3, 2025 11:39 AM ET

Charles Leclerc is known today for his precision and calm under pressure on F1’s biggest stages, but the Ferrari star recently reflected on a very different kind of classroom challenge—his school days in Monaco.

Speaking candidly, Leclerc revealed that he was never the type to be rattled by the stress of starting a new school year. “I’m gonna be honest, I was not stressed,” he said. “I was a very good student. I did a bit of mischief, but my grades were good.”

That balance between discipline and fun seems to mirror the qualities he brings to the racetrack: intense focus paired with the ability to keep things light. When pressed to share more about what kind of mischief he got up to, Leclerc laughed off the question.

“I don’t want to give bad ideas! I prefer to stay quiet about this,” he replied, leaving fans guessing about the hidden stories from his childhood.

The Ferrari driver’s comments add a more relatable side to his public image. While many know him as one of F1’s most talented and composed drivers, hearing about his time as a high-achieving student with a mischievous streak shows the human side behind the helmet.

It’s not the first time Leclerc has shared glimpses of his personal life away from the track. From speaking about the influence of his late father to showing a playful side in interviews with teammates, he has often struck the balance of professionalism and personality that fans admire.

charles: i'm gonna be honest, i was not stressed (first day of school). i was a very good student. i did a bit of mischief, but my grades were good

"what kind of mischief?"

charles: i dont want to give bad ideas! i prefer to stay quiet about this

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— clara (@leclercsletters) September 3, 2025

And as Ferrari gears up for the rest of the 2025 season, Leclerc’s lighthearted reflections remind fans that even F1’s most serious competitors were once school kids with secrets best left untold.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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