Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc has revealed his helmet for the 2026 Formula 1 season, featuring the red and white of the Monegasque flag with accents of his favorite baby blue color. The unveiling precedes Ferrari's launch event on January 23, where the team will present its new livery. This comes as the team prepares for major regulatory changes in the upcoming season.
Charles Leclerc, the Ferrari Formula 1 driver, has shared the design of his helmet for the 2026 season. The helmet maintains a base inspired by last year's, prominently displaying the red and white colors of the Monegasque flag, which represent his home country. Leclerc incorporated pops of baby blue, his preferred color, to add a fresh touch while keeping the overall look simple and familiar.
In a video release, Leclerc explained his choices: "So here we are. So I've kept a similar base to last year, obviously red and white. I want it to be simple, and that obviously is the Monegasque flag and my colours as well. And I added my favourite colour, which is baby blue, which I think looks really cool. It looks a little bit different to last year, but not so different. So I'm happy with that, I hope you like it."
The reveal occurs just before Ferrari's 2026 launch event on Friday, January 23, in Maranello. There, the team will unveil the livery for its 2026 car. Recently, Ferrari introduced its 2026 race suits, which feature a mainly red design with increased white accents and the prominent blue HP sponsor logo. This has sparked fan speculation about whether the car livery might adopt a similar aesthetic.
Under team principal Fred Vasseur, Ferrari ended the 2025 constructors' championship in fourth place with 398 points. Leclerc secured fifth in the drivers' standings with 242 points, while teammate Lewis Hamilton finished sixth with 156 points.
The 2026 season introduces significant regulations, including a balanced 50:50 split between internal combustion and electric power, lighter and smaller cars, and active aerodynamics. These changes offer a reset opportunity for all teams. The season kicks off with the Australian Grand Prix from March 6 to 8.
