‘Get Used to It’: Lewis Hamilton Teases New Dad Charles Leclerc Over Sleepless Nights

The 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix weekend brought a funny moment between Ferrari teammates Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. The seven-time world champion teased his teammate about becoming a father after Leclerc recently welcomed his first child.

Their exchange also came amid questions about their relationship following their disagreement at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

In a video from the backstage of the fan interaction area at the Brazilian GP, Leclerc spoke about the lack of sleep that comes with a newborn. Meanwhile, Hamilton pulled his teammate’s leg, telling him to get used to it.

Leclerc said: “The nights are… now with a baby… I slept for like one hour and 15 minutes.” Hamilton reacted with a chuckle and replied, “Get used to it. I mean, no more of that 12-hour sleep.”

His comment drew attention to the sudden change in daily routines that comes with parenthood, giving Leclerc a taste of what lies ahead as a new father.

Charles Leclerc Embraces Fatherhood

Leclerc and his wife, Alexandra Leclerc, welcomed their first child, a daughter named Bianca, on November 3, 2026. The couple announced the news on social media, sharing a photograph of their newborn.

Bianca’s arrival marks an important moment in the 29-year-old’s life as he begins to balance his Formula 1 career with his responsibilities as a father. Despite the busy race schedule, Leclerc has made time for his family before returning to the track in Brazil.

He also missed the opening practice session at Interlagos, with Ferrari reserve driver Dino Beganovic taking his place to meet the team’s rookie-running requirement.

Lewis Hamilton And Charles Leclerc Resolve Their Mexico Tension

The friendly exchange comes after the two Ferrari drivers attracted attention with their battle at the Mexico City Grand Prix. Both went off track while battling for position on the opening lap, undermining Ferrari’s chances of securing a race win.

Hamilton expressed his frustration over the radio and after the race and wanted Ferrari to review its racing guidelines. He believed the team needed clearer instructions to avoid similar situations between its drivers.

However, the disagreement was addressed before the Brazilian GP. Hamilton, Leclerc, and Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur met to discuss the conflict.

Leclerc confirmed that the conversation had gone well and that the matter was settled. Both drivers have now moved their attention to the weekend in Brazil, putting their disagreement behind them.

What Ferrari Boss Frederic Vasseur Said

Vasseur also discussed the situation and explained that both drivers were free to compete against each other, provided they respected the team’s interests.

The Ferrari team principal made it clear that he did not expect Hamilton and Leclerc to become best friends. Instead, he wants them to maintain a professional relationship and communicate openly whenever disagreements arise.

He also acknowledged that Ferrari had collectively missed an opportunity in Mexico. His priority is to ensure that similar incidents do not affect the team’s results in upcoming races.

What to Expect from Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc on Sunday

Both Ferrari drivers face a difficult race at Interlagos on Sunday, November 8, as they were slapped with grid penalties.

Leclerc received a 10-place grid penalty for exceeding the permitted power unit allocation. Meanwhile, Hamilton will start from the back of the grid after Ferrari replaced his entire power unit following his FP3 problems.

Both drivers now face a difficult recovery drive as they look to secure points for Ferrari at Interlagos.

With both teammates facing difficult starting positions, Ferrari will need strong race strategies and clean execution to maximize its points. Their ability to manage the race and avoid unnecessary battles could prove important to the team’s final result.

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