“I actually like listening to music before getting into the car” : Charles Leclerc reveals his pre-race routine
Charles Leclerc has achieved global stardom ever since joining Scuderia Ferrari, and is often the recipient of the mainstream media’s attention. The 26-year-old now takes it to another level, by signing a new partnership with CELSIUS.
The energy drink brand earlier achieved Ferrari’s signature as well, and believe that the Monaco-based driver is the perfect brand ambassador and fit their motto of ‘performance and excellence’ as well. Leclerc will be the main man for the brand, starring in commercials all over social media and retail, while also occasionally participating in events for CELSIUS.
For the 26-year-old’s point of view, he calls it as a ‘natural’ partnership as he has been a fan of the energy drinks since the partnership with Ferrari took place, with the ‘cosmic vibe’ flavour being his favourite. The Monaco driver also revealed that CELSIUS is a good fit for his lifestyle as well.
“I’m super excited to represent a brand that actually helps me to achieve maximum performance. Obviously, time is very limited in my sport, and whenever I’m getting into the car, I need to be fully ready and fully focused straight away. Celsius couldn’t fit better with my lifestyle and also the professional part of my life with Formula 1.” said Leclerc (via Rolling Stone).
Charles Leclerc reveals pre-race routine and his love for music
Charles Leclerc also mentioned how the energy drinks fit right into his pre-race routines, which start with plain chicken and rice on Sunday. The F1 star also makes sure to get plenty of hydration before stepping into his car, and that is where CELSIUS comes in.
“It’s super important for me to always do exactly the same things over and over, just to make sure that my state of mind is always the same whenever I get into the car, the grid is hectic, and there are so many people [there] and you are requested basically everywhere, and that’s only 10 or 15 minutes before you start the race. So it’s important to kind of have a routine,” the 26-year-old explained.
“Right before getting into the car, a CELSIUS to give me the proper boost for the race start,” added the Ferrari star.
Although Charles Leclerc likes to remain calm and relaxed before heading out for the race, he recently discovered that music helps him keeps his mind off things and lets him stay in his own flow state.
“It’s still quite new, but now I actually like listening to music before getting into the car. It helps me to separate myself from this hectic grid, and to be a bit more in my zone and on my own,” the 26-year-old admitted.
Charles Leclerc has a history with music, as the Monacan taught himself how to play the piano, and also shocked fans by releasing some songs on Spotify worldwide. Though he admits his love for music is just a hobby for now, and that he is much better on the racetrack than on a piano.
