Leo Leclerc Spotted Urinating in Red Bull’s Garage is the Pinnacle of F1 Antics
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Leo Leclerc has made a name for himself. This small long-haired dachshund is the pup of two prominent and affluent parents: Ferrari Formula 1 driver Charles Leclerc and his mom, Alexandra. Leo resides in Monaco’s newest and most exclusive building, where Red Bull star Max Verstappen has also purchased a flat. When he’s not in Monaco, Leo enjoys traveling around the world in a private jet, staying at luxurious hotels and exclusive residences across destinations like Australia, Mexico, and Singapore, living a more lavish life than many humans.
However, today Leo is in the spotlight not for his usual reason (his adorableness), but for a cheeky act he performed right in front of the Red Bull Racing garage. As captured by renowned F1 photographer Clive Mason, he decided to take a little pit stop before heading to his usual spot in the Ferrari motorhome.
Does Leo have a dislike for Verstappen or Isack Hadjar? It's unlikely. He probably just had to go, and that looked like a suitable spot. Or perhaps he has something against Red Bull; we may never find out. Regardless, the most amusing part of the situation isn’t exactly Leo's actions, as he is just a puppy at the end of the day. It’s Leclerc’s reaction that steals the show.
Clive Mason via Getty
In the photo above, while Leo’s mother looks on in shock, his father can be seen laughing and pulling out his phone to capture the moment. Do you think that snapshot ended up in Verstappen’s phone? Most likely.
Anyway, this lighthearted incident quickly went viral on social media, and rightfully so. F1 is typically a serious and high-pressure environment, so when moments like this arise, it’s refreshing to relax and enjoy a laugh. Kind of like the Lego parade cars, which Verstappen apparently can’t stand.
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