Leclerc's Rollercoaster: From Fox Sightings to Fiery Crashes at the Dutch GP

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Charles Leclerc has experienced a whirlwind past few days that might prove pivotal for his trajectory both on and off the Formula 1 track. According to Formula1.com, Leclerc kicked off his return to racing at Zandvoort with what he called his “worst Friday of the season,” trailing McLaren’s leaders by nearly a second. The Dutch Grand Prix weekend saw Leclerc qualify sixth, and social media lit up during qualifying when he spotted a fox serenely crossing the track, prompting a slew of witty fan reactions comparing Leclerc’s “300 problems” with Ferrari to the animal’s brief appearance, as recounted by Sportskeeda and Athlonsports.com.

The actual race proved even more dramatic. A downpour reshuffled strategies, and moments after pitting, Leclerc had to watch several rivals gain an advantage under the safety car triggered by teammate Lewis Hamilton’s crash. Leclerc’s frustration spilled into a fiery radio message, reportedly exclaimed live and now widely shared: “No! F—ing hell. Oh my god. We are so unlucky, it is unbelievable,” as reported by Sportbible and The Independent US. Then, following the restart, Leclerc executed a bold move on George Russell, touching wheels and briefly coming under investigation by stewards. Racingnews365 highlights that the incident mirrored a previous near-miss with Russell earlier in Hungary, where Leclerc already faced penalties.

But the most consequential moment for his season occurred in lap 53. Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli attempted a pass at Turn 3, tipped Leclerc’s Ferrari into a spin, and ended his race on the spot. Formula1.com and GPblog underline that this meant a double retirement for Ferrari, with Hamilton already out, and Antonelli subsequently receiving a penalty.

Off the circuit, Leclerc tried to recharge during the summer break with a lavish yacht holiday alongside his girlfriend Alexandra Saint Mleux and their pet dog Leo. Both Leclerc and Alexandra shared sun-drenched moments on Instagram, offering fans a glimpse into their personal lives—a rare public reveal from the couple known for keeping things discreet. Times of India details how this relationship has become more visible in the past year, with joint appearances at major film premieres.

Biographically, the recent Dutch Grand Prix crash marks another tough chapter in Leclerc’s career as 2025 continues to test him. With Ferrari still chasing elusive wins since his five podiums early in the season, and rumors circulating on social media about his mental resilience and future with the team, the coming weeks look set to be defining for the Monegasque driver. Speculation and commentary across fan channels continue to weigh his performances, with attention now fixed on how he and Ferrari recover from this latest setback.

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