Charles Leclerc says he is relishing his new role as a works ‘Alfa’ driver. The reigning Formula 2 champion has been signed up for 2018 by Sauber, the Swiss team now run by a boss from his junior days, Frederic Vasseur.

“I’ve known Charles since his karting days,” Vasseur told France’s Auto Hebdo. “I’m happy because this is the first driver I’ve had in the junior categories that I now work with in F1.”

Vasseur said Leclerc’s approach to his Friday duties last year was particular impressive. “He did not miss a single debriefing,” he revealed. “I will not mention anyone, but there were others who would have returned to the hotel.

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