Imola GP Live: Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc on the verge of creating history by breaking Nico Rosberg’s big record: Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc is on the verge of creating history at this weekend’s Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, provided he has a faultless race. Follow Imola GP Live Updates on InsideSport.IN.
The Ferrari driver has already developed a significant lead in the World Championship, with two wins to his name after three races. His near-perfect season has seen him grab 71 points from a potential 78. Meanwhile, with the first F1 Sprint of the season set to be held at the end of the week, there is potential for him to add more to his tally.
Imola GP Live: Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc on the verge of CREATING HISTORY at Imola, could break Nico Rosberg’s BIG RECORD – Check OUT
Assuming occasions turn out well for him, Leclerc could create two unique records. He could hold the most points ever after four rounds of an F1 season (105) and also have the most commanding lead at the top with (43+ points).
The current record is held by Nico Rosberg who won the initial four rounds of the 2016 season. He was also 43 points clear of title rival Lewis Hamilton with 105 points to his name, but now, the record is under threat from Leclerc.
Imola GP Live: DRIVERS’ WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP LEAD AFTER FOUR RACES (SINCE 2010)
| Season | Leader after R4 | Points total | Points lead | Eventual WDC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Leclerc | 105* | 43+* | TBC |
| 2016 | Rosberg | 100 | 43 | Rosberg |
| 2011 | Vettel | 93 | 34 | Vettel |
| 2020 | Hamilton | 88 | 30 | Hamilton |
| 2015 | Hamilton | 93 | 27 | Hamilton |
| 2021 | Hamilton | 94 | 14 | Verstappen |
| 2017 | Vettel | 86 | 13 | Hamilton |
| 2010 | Button | 60 | 10 | Vettel |
| 2013 | Vettel | 77 | 10 | Vettel |
| 2012 | Vettel | 53 | 4 | Vettel |
| 2018 | Hamilton | 70 | 4 | Hamilton |
| 2014 | Rosberg | 79 | 3 | Hamilton |
| 2019 | Bottas | 87 | 1 | Hamilton |
Imola GP Live: Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc on the verge of CREATING HISTORY at Imola, could break Nico Rosberg’s BIG RECORD – Check OUT
At the same time, it also has to be kept in mind that with the 34 points available to anyone matching that of his ongoing World Championship lead, a failure to score at Imola could see his whole advantage cleared out if the second-placed driver, George Russell grabs all 34 points.
Imola GP Live: Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc on the verge of CREATING HISTORY at Imola, could break Nico Rosberg’s BIG RECORD – Check OUT
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