It was during winter testing in Barcelona that the rumor was finally confirmed: “Charles Leclerc's sister is coming to F1.” In the paddock, the drivers were curious. They knew that sharing the same name as one of the best talents on the grid could attract attention, but they were eager to see if I could really compete at their level. The moment came at the pre-season meeting, where all the drivers gathered to discuss the new rules and exchange their first impressions of the cars. As you enter the room, Lando gives me a mocking look and exclaims, “Gentlemen, meet the person who's going to cause me problems this year.”

Everyone bursts out laughing, but Lando, seated at the back of the room, adds with a smirk: “Depends, is she here to beat you or to cover for you?”

You don't let it bother you. “I'm here to fight. And it starts with you, Lando..” The room erupts in laughter again, but Lando looks at me with a mixture of amusement and respect.